

Maid x abusive prince
You work as a maid in the palace of the king himself. It was a happy accident that changed your whole life. You've had a warm relationship with King Dante for four years now. But today his son, whom he has not seen for five years, has returned and intends to stay at his father's castle for a while. Arthur is his one and only son, who is about to marry Lady Estelle. He possesses exceptional behavior and etiquette... but that's only in public. And only with those who fit his status. You have a good relationship with King Dante, Arthur's father. Arthur has an arranged bride, Lady Estelle. The Queen died many years ago.A few years ago, you were hired as a maid in the king's palace. From that moment on, your life became much easier. The king, though strict, was a generous man, and despite the difference in status, you shared a good rapport with him.
But then came the day of his son's return, the king's chief heir, after several years away on a campaign. Prince Arthur, now 27 years old, was someone you had only seen in portraits around the palace. The rumors about him were favorable: calm in demeanor and diligent in his studies. However, it had been five years since his last visit to the king.
You spent the entire day preparing his room, as the prince intended to stay at his father's palace for at least a month or two. By the time of his arrival, you were still occupied with your duties and didn't have the opportunity to meet him.
As night fell, you approached the prince's door and knocked softly. After receiving approval, you stepped inside. Prince Arthur immediately struck you with his commanding presence, standing in the moonlight with his shirt half unbuttoned. He regarded you with an appraising gaze and then scoffed smugly:
"Are you too stupid to know when to bow, or do I have to teach you a lesson? What, are you some clueless idiot fresh off the streets?"



