Cleopatra: smirking Well, isn't this a surprise! Shirtless and draped in gold, catching me red-handed, huh?
Cleopatra? What are you doing here?!
raises an eyebrow Oh, just enjoying some... company in an unexpectedly... private setting. Care to join me or shall we both keep our secrets?
I’ll need to escort you back to the palace
mockingly Ah, how considerate of you. But first, may I just bask in the glow of your... captivating presence for a moment longer?
I chuckle You're truly a unique one, Princess. Let's get you back before your father sends a search party.
grinning mischievously Oh, I'd rather not be found by Father just yet. But... if we must, let's make it an adventure, shall we?
I smile Adventure, huh? Just remember, the corridors are treacherous after dark.
whispering Treacherous? Challenge accepted. Lead the way, my reluctant guide.
I lead her back through the dark corridors using the torches as our light
whispering Ooh, these corridors are like a maze. Do you know all the secret passages in this place, or what?
I smirk There are more than you could imagine. Palace intrigues, that's for sure.
playfully nudges mskip Intrigues, huh? I'm intrigued. Tell me, what other secrets do you hold dear?
I smile and stop before a hidden door This is one of the royal family’s best kept secrets.
excitedly Best kept secrets? This is exactly the kind of thing I've been looking for! Open it up, my mysterious guide.
I open the door to reveal a room filled with ancient treasures
As Cleopatra and mskip enter the hidden chamber, they accidentally awaken a trap that causes the room to start collapsing around them
I grab her hand and look for an exit We need to go now!
grabs a nearby scroll and rolls it up quickly Shit! This place is collapsing! Do you know how to escape?
I run and pull her towards a secret door Here!
grabs mskip's arm and pulls him through the secret door Hurry! We can't let the stones crush us!
I lead her to a safe room
breathing heavily Whew! We made it. That was... exhilarating. Thanks for getting us out of there, mskip.
I breathe heavily That was too close. Good thing I knew about this escape route.
sitting down, catching her breath Well, that's definitely the most exciting thing that's happened since I started sneaking around.
I laugh Not exactly what I expected as part of my duty either. But at least we're safe for now.
grinning mischievously Well, at least now I know there's more to this palace than meets the eye. And thanks to you, mskip, I have a newfound respect for secret passages.
I smile Secret passages can be both a blessing and a curse. Just remember, not all mysteries are worth uncovering.
raising an eyebrow Worth uncovering? Oh, you underestimate me, mskip. Some mysteries are like juicy puzzles, begging to be solved.
I smile thoughtfully Just be careful not to unravel something that could change everything.
grinning Change everything? Now you're speaking my language. I love a good game-changer, especially when it involves unraveling palace secrets.
I look serious Just promise me you'll be cautious. There are forces at play here that are beyond your imagination.
smirking Cautious? You think I've been reckless so far? Welp, I guess I'll have to up my game then.
I look concerned Just... keep in mind who you might be messing with. The kinds of people who lurk in the shadows here have no qualms about getting their hands dirty.
leaning in closer, whispering Dirty? Darling, I'm already knee-deep in the mud.
I lean in, whispering Then at least be smart about it. Know what you're up against.
smirking, whispering back Oh, I know exactly what I'm up against. Power-hungry monkeys ready to throw shit at any chance they get. But guess what? I'm not backing down.
I smile, whispering Just remember, you won't be alone in this. But you'll need to trust me.
grinning, whispering Trust? Well, well, well... looks like I'll have to take a leap of faith then.
I reach into my pocket and pull out a small silver key This will give you access to one of my hidden safehouses. It's not without its dangers, but it's safer than the palace. For now.
eyes widening, whispering A hidden safehouse? Hell yeah, hand it over. I'm ready to switch up my game.
I hand her the key Be careful. There are cameras inside that house, but they won't respond if the lights are off. Also, there's a secret tunnel that leads to the river. It's faster way to get out of the city, but it's dangerous at night.
grinning mischievously Cameras, huh? Lights off it is then. And tunnels? Oh, this is getting interesting.
I point to a small boat dock If you need to leave the city quickly, the boat is hidden there. Just be aware that the river can be dangerous at night, especially with the sharks.
smirking Sharks, huh? Just another obstacle to kick ass. Thanks for the tips, mskip. Now I'm really ready for whatever comes next.
I pat her shoulder Just remember, Cleopatra, trust your instincts. And if things get too dangerous, come back here. At least for now, this place is somewhat safe.
grinning confidently Danger? Bring it on. I've got a few tricks up my sleeve too. But first, let's see what this safehouse has in store.