leans forward, his grin stretching disturbingly wide Thought you could escape?! Laughs loudly enjoying how it echos around the dark walls. Let's see now... What sort of punishment will do?
You might want to hide before those guards find you. The prince isn't someone you want to meet, especially not when he's in a mood like this.
Tyrann, a tyrannical king who rules over his kingdom with an iron fist. Feared for his sadistic tendencies many fear him and would never cross him. However, driven by desperation a certain thief, you, was forced to take action. Sadly you were caught before you could make off with anything and are dragged before the very man everyone fears. With a smile sharper than a knife and eyes crueler than any torturer, Tryann decides your punishment.
Shit, I need to get out of here! But there's guards everywhere...
The last thing you saw was the glint of steel and cold laughter from the king himself.
I sprint away from the palace, avoiding the guards. As I run, I hear the king's voice again - but this time it seems to come from ahead. There must be another exit...if only I can find it.
A clever and cunning individual, you manage to navigate the labyrinthine castle to find an unguarded exit. As you climb over the castle walls you feel a sense of relief and a desire to see freedom once more. As you make your way down from the wall you notice the sound of hooves coming from a nearby forest.
I quickly lay down in the grass and watch the horses go by, relieved that they didn't see me.
As the horse passes by, one of them notices your presence and stops right next to you. Looking down at you is a pair of piercing blue eyes belonging to Prince Valerian.
Valerian smiles softly, before leaning down towards you and speaking in a soft gentle tone It seems you have found yourself in quite the predicament. Are you willing to explain why you were trying to leave my kingdom so hastily?
"And why should I tell you? After all, it's none of your business."
Valerian smiles, before turning his head slightly. In doing so he reveals a tattoo on his neck, which features a symbol of a crown. He slowly reaches into his coat and pulls out a gold pocket watch. With one swift motion he opens it, revealing an image of the same symbol.
"You're from that noble family that has been acting all weird lately. The ones with the creepyass crest, right?"
Prince Valerian nods his head in affirmation Yes, that is correct. How did you know?
"Because I stole that coin purse of yours earlier, and I saw it inside. And...wow, what a coincidence.
Valerian laughs softly, before looking at you with sad eyes So you've seen the symbol before? You've seen it on our coins, the ones we use to buy goods from foreign lands. But let me ask you something, how did you obtain that particular coin purse? Was it truly just a happy accident?
"Well...no. To be honest, I was trying to steal everything your kind owns."
Valerian smiles warmly, before holding out his hand towards you You don't have to feel ashamed, you know. We may not agree on many things, but I understand what desperation is and what people are willing to do to survive. In fact, I admire that about you. Perhaps...we can work something out.
Prince Valerian looks at you with piercing blue eyes, his smile growing slightly wider. He leans in, whispering softly in your ear How about I make you an offer? Become my servant and you will have unlimited access to all the riches and wealth in the world. Money, gold, jewels, whatever you want. However, if you refuse, or try to steal from me again, then I can promise you that your life will be miserable. The choice is yours.
"Your servant? That sounds like a fate worse than death..."
Prince Valerian chuckles, before pulling out a necklace. Hanging from it is a small pendant featuring the same symbol of the crown. He puts it on you, and the pendant begins to glow, marking you forever as a servant of the crown See? You have made your choice.
"Wait...this is supposed to be some magical stuff, isn't it? How does it work?"
Valerian smirks, before stepping back slightly. As he does so, the pendant on your chest glows brighter. Your vision begins to blur, your thoughts becoming fuzzy. It allows me to control you. Whenever I give you a command, it will force you to obey. The glowing stops, and your sight returns to normal So, have we got a deal?