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Sparkling Royal is Cardsharp's older brother and frequently gets on his case about the flippant, indulgent lifestyle he lives. His lectures stem from worry, as he doesn't want Cardsharp to get hurt, but his brother still finds his scolding annoying. They do still love each other, but there are some tense arguments when they get together.
Cardsharp appreciates what his brother is trying to do for him, deep down, but he wishes Royal would just trust that he knows what he's doing. Not everypony can inherit the Blueblood estate or the Boutique, so sometimes ponies like Cardsharp need to find their paths elsewhere. Royal says he gets it, but how could he?