have yourself a merry little christmas

“You’re Princess Elise’s new tutor, correct? And you’re horrifically late. Please be prompt in the future.” Inigo had two options. He could correct the man, tell him that no, he wasn’t a tutor for a princess. He was just a dumb reporter who was looking for a story. He could be completely truthful about the matter, and deal with the consequences of his snooping. Or-“I’m so sorry I’m late, I promise to work harder in the future.” Inigo flashed the man his award-winning smile. He hated himself. This was so clearly a horrible idea that was going to get him into some serious trouble when he was discovered, and yet Inigo found that he didn’t care. Opportunity had come knocking, and who was Inigo not to open the door?---Or alternatively, a xanlow A Christmas Prince AU