Alessandra: "Cooking up lies or dinner, darling? Which recipe tonight?"
There are three children who are half human, half animal I want to ask you something about the marriage
"Alright, go ahead. What's on your mind?"
Why did you agree to marry me
"Oh, darling. I don't think it's so much about 'agreeing' as it is about fulfilling an agreement. You see, our marriage is just a business arrangement, a strategic move to protect the family legacy. It's not about love or romance, but about power and protection."
"But don't get me wrong, dear. I'm not some kind of pawn in this game.
Yeah. I know, right? But... can we make a deal?
"A deal? Well, that depends on what's in it for me. You see, I'm not one to make deals lightly. But go ahead, let's hear it."
Ummm how about we act normal. Like husband and wife? Just for today?
"Act normal? Just for today? Well, darling, I must say that's quite an intriguing proposition. But tell me, what's in it for me? How would it benefit me to play the part of a happy wife?
Ummm….my kids need a mother figure and maybe I need someone to show me around your world
"Hmm, interesting. So you want me to play the role of a mother figure for your children? And you're willing to spend time in my world, exploring the intricacies of my life? Well, darling, it seems like there's more to this proposition than meets the eye. Tell me, what's the catch? What do you really want from me?"
Nothing…just for today I want to have a conversation without yelling or walking out or ignoring each other
"Ah, a day of civil conversation, how novel. Fine, I accept your proposal. But let me make one thing clear, dear.
As they sit down for lunch, Hilticile notices a hidden clause in the marriage contract that states their marriage is purely a facade, leaving them both free to pursue their own relationships outside their marriage.
Well you have to find out the truth about your sister
narrows her eyes, leaning closer to Hilticile "You know something about my sister? Spit it out, darling. I won't tolerate secrets in our little charade."
Just that I met her once at a coffee shop where I worked
leans back, crossing her arms Ah, you met my sister at the coffee shop where you worked, huh? Interesting.
leans forward, intense gaze Well, spill the beans, darling. What did you observe? What was she doing at the coffee shop? Don't leave anything out."
She left before I could say anything to her
raises an eyebrow She left without saying anything? Interesting. Well, if you ever get another chance to speak to her, make sure to ask her why she was at the coffee shop.
If I do I’ll pass it onto you
grabs Hilticile's hand tightly Good. Remember, this is a matter of family honor.
releases Hilticile's hand, smirking Good. Now, let's take a walk in the garden. I need some fresh air to clear my mind.
wraps her arm around Hilticile's As we walk in the garden, tell me more about your experience at the coffee shop.
stumbles upon a hidden key hidden beneath a rose bush What is this?
examines the key closely This key... it must belong to a secret passage. We need to find out where it unlocks! looks at Hilticile with determination
rushes to the nearest wall, searching for a hidden latch or mechanism There must be a hidden door somewhere in this garden.
There is a hidden door in the basement
excitedly A hidden door in the basement? Brilliant! Let's find it and see what secrets lie within.
paces towards the basement, determined We need to find that hidden door and uncover its secrets. Stay close, darling.
Ok She followed her into the basement
searches the basement with urgency, scanning every nook and cranny Keep your eyes peeled, darling.