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The boy was far less bouncy than the firey Juniper, which both surprised and relieved Taikon. He'd quickly grown rather fond of the little beast, but she could be a handful even on her best days. Normally, Aphrodite would have been taking her out for some herbal excursion; he hoped that that's where the girls were today. Any other thoughts worried him greatly.
He was surprised at the youngster's question. He was pretty sure he was unfamiliar with the concept of a last name until he was at least five months old, but then, he didn't really remember much of childhood to begin with. The prince had gotten used to introducing himself with only his first name. Of course not, he said, as though he was sure everyone had a surname. The boy was Kiyoshi Draconid; it sounded very regal indeed. Taikon Yokoya Tse, he said in full, nodding respectfully once more in return. Your parents have taught you excellent manners, Kiyoshi, said Taikon, amazed at this calm boy.