Amused by the interaction, Kingston let out a laugh. He tried to hold it in but didn't manage to do so. He choked and started coughing hysterically, which woke the little princess who was deeply asleep just moments ago.

"Uncle Kingston, what are you laughing at?" Aino asked dazedly.

"I- I wasn't laughing, just coughing," Kingston explained, still trying to catch his breath.

"You are obviously coughing because of laughing too hard. Is there something funny? Tell me so I can laugh too."

Kingston remained quiet as he tried to think of an excuse.

But the little princess was determined. "Mommy, what was Uncle Kingston laughing about?"

Sabrina blushed a crimson brighter than even the color one would see on melted metal. She buried her face into the crook of Sebastian's neck and refused to answer the question.

"Fine!" Aino lifted an eyebrow at her father wordlessly.

Finally, Sebastian caved and answered, "Your mom said she is going to pamper me."

"That's what Uncle Kingston was laughing about