Written for tammydrabbles, prompt Normal

about Prince Jasson of Conté

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Jasson wants to be a general- to lead Tortall's valiant army against the evil enemies. He wants to practice sword work until his arms ache, learn battle plans until his head is spinning. The little boys in the palace- sons of maids and cooks- run around the courtyard, shouting and holding mock fights. Jasson sees them from his nursery window.

His fingers press against the glass windowpanes, as if he hopes that he can push hard enough and break through. He wants to be out there, not in here reading books and learning lessons that he cares nothing about. He wants to lead the stable boys in an assault against the apprentices. He wants to attempt to steal a royal horse, wants to play with real people instead of wooden dolls.

He wants to be normal.

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