How To Protect the Forest (2)

The sunny morning was full of positive vibes, and one would like to spend an extra minute under the warm blanket. If only the work wasn't pressuring.

The king sighed tiredly as he tried to focus. Seeing that stone face lined with dark hair and the pair of blue eyes was enough for him to abandon any lingering sleepiness.

"Do you even know what time it is? What is bothering you that you can't even wait one hour?" His Majesty grunted.

"Approve of this…" Luan showed him the official document but then realized something was probably missing from his appeal. 

"Please," he added unwillingly.

The king deeply inhaled, then sighed. At least that boy has learned some manners.

"If it's about the matter yesterday, the crown prince has already briefed me… But you know the protocol, there is nothing we can do unless you gain the support of others," the monarch said as his aid brought the document to the throne.