The emotions were still raw, the sting of defeat still fresh from Game 7 of the World Series when Billy Butler stood in front of his locker and spoke in a voice full of conviction. The same team that swept through the playoffs before falling to the San Francisco Giants has brighter days ahead. The Royals must decide by Monday whether to exercise his expensive club option for next season, and most expect them to decline. Business is business, but I feel like it's a little bit more than that here.'' Designated hitter isn't the only question mark facing the Royals next season.