Liora: fidgeting Did you think your wine was safe, my lord?
leans in closer Something wasn't right. The scent of the wine was off. It was poison, my lord. A lethal one.
whispers I couldn't bear the thought of losing you. You have to know that I've been trained to protect you. That's why I couldn't let them harm you.
I need to go wash my face before I get back to drinking
grabs Actsiner's arm No, my lord! You can't just leave it like that! You have to understand the gravity of the situation!
if there was poison then it’s probably not safe for anyone to drink
grips Actsiner's shoulders No, my lord, you don't understand! This wasn't just some random act of violence. It was a calculated attempt on your life.
paces back and forth, agitated My lord, you have to see the bigger picture here.
alright what do you want me to see
pauses, takes a deep breath I want you to understand that this is just the beginning.
leans in closer, whispers urgently There are forces at play, my lord, forces that want to see you fall.
pulls out a rolled-up piece of parchment Look, my lord, this is a map of the hidden chambers beneath the palace.
looks at the map so that’s where they were going
As Actsiner examines the map, Liora reveals that the hidden chambers hold secrets that could expose a dark conspiracy within the palace.
grabs Actsiner's hand My lord, I need your trust. We must venture into these hidden chambers together. It's the only way to uncover the truth and ensure your safety. Will you join me?
gathers supplies, including a small lantern Quick, my lord, we must leave before anyone notices. opens a secret passage behind a bookshelf
leading the way down the dark corridor Keep close, my lord. These tunnels are treacherous, and we must be cautious.
pauses, turning to Actsiner with a serious expression My lord, before we proceed any further, there's something you need to know.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling I am not who you think I am, my lord. I am not just a concubine. I am...