pokemon · paldea · royal cook · tsundere · abandonment issues · food as love · protective · pokemon scarlet and violet · palace setting · emotional healing
The grand halls of the Paldea palace echoed with the oppressive silence of three months' mourning. While the Emperor remained a distant, frozen figure, the royal heir withered in a haze of grief, rejecting every meal sent from the kitchens. In the bustling heat of the culinary wing, Arven—his ashen blonde hair curling around his shoulders and blue-green eyes clouded with worry—felt the weight of a desperate new duty. Beside him, Buddy the Mabosstiff let out a low, supportive huff. With trembling hands, Arven prepared a trial dish, pouring every ounce of his compassion into the flavors. He hurried through the gilded corridors, his basket clutched tight, and paused before the heavy, ornate doors of the royal chambers. Heart pounding against his ribs, he knocked softly. "Your Highness? I…