Sasuke kept his eyes on the young prince as he rose from his throne. He was mildly amused at the look he was giving the king. Though no emotion slipped past his mask, he was curious as to what would happen to everyone. 

Silently he prayed to whatever deity that could hear him that he wouldn’t have to work with or be near any of the imbeciles that were standing around him. He was also hoping he would be placed into a job where he would still be able to play his music, even if it was on his own leisure time—if he ever got any. 

He felt something bump him from behind, and it took all of his control to keep his eyebrow from twitching in an annoyed tick. How hard was it to just stand still in a line for these people? He had a large instrument tied to his back, yet the person behind him didn’t seem to have enough intelligence to stand back away from him as to not rub against it in any way. This was going to be a test of patience for him, most certainly. 

_{“Father.. You’ve never given me this responsibility before, how could I possibly take over your duty, when I barely know what I’m doing myself” He said, his expression softening, hoping to sweet over the King, being able to escape back to his book.}

_{“You’ve sat there many years, Noctis. You’re twenty-one now. I’m sure you’re more than capable. For once you can choose your own butler” The king said with a laugh, picking up on Noctis’ try of escape.}

_{“Assign roles to each of the staff member, or fire them, as you see fit” The king added before leaving the chamber. A small smirk appeared on the princes face,}

_{huh maybe this won’t take as long as I thought.}

_{He walked past the lines of people, knowing only a third of them was needed anyway, not looking just pointing at individuals telling them to leave.}

_{“No.. No.. Go.. Leave.. Go.. uhh, no!” He stopped as he noticed a male with an instrument on his back. “}

_{You.. step forward” he said suddenly, glaring slightly at the male he’d chosen to address.“}