His classmates, at least, seem to be very pleased, and that's really all he can ask for, even if certain members of Faerghan nobility don't particularly like the idea of the king deciding to be close with a jumped-up mercenary. He's the king and he's making his choice. He turns them together, sliding a half-step closer, watching her with an almost reverent smile.

If no one could've guessed that he was in love before, he's not leaving much room for doubt.

"I'm glad," he replies, voice low, meant only for her, "That's all I want for you - to be happy."