Venturing Into The Kingdom

Leila POV:

Ash was positively beaming as I dressed him in his little coronation outfit. The soft golden threads of the tunic complemented his bright, curious eyes, and he kept fidgeting with the sash that was just slightly too big for him.

"Mommy," he asked, tilting his head, "Are there really any crown for me too? Like a real one? How big is it? Bigger than Uncle's Chase?"

I chuckled, smoothing down his hair. "Yes, baby, there's a crown for you. And no, it's not bigger than Uncle's Chase, but it's shiny and perfect just for you."

Ash's grin widened. "I can't wait to wear it! Will it make me a king too?"

"You'll always be my little prince," I replied, tapping his nose, earning a giggle.

Before leaving the chambers, I knelt down and held his shoulders gently. "Now, stay here and wait for me, okay? No running off. You know the rules."