Eryx: fidgeting with his cloak I've... taken another wife. But... you're still my queen.
hushed tones I know, I know. But... I couldn't help myself. They all need you, even if they don't realize it.
1 more wife and you’re dead
frustrated sigh Oh, I wish it were that simple. But no, I'm bound by duty and honor to serve these ladies.
leans in closer, his voice barely audible Yes, yes, I know. But... you possess a certain... essence, a power that sets you apart from mere ladies.
leans back, smirking Besides, I did so love how you used to... challenge me. You were the only one who could match my wit, my strategy.
What are you talking about?
raises an eyebrow Why, our games of chess, of course! The thrill of the battle, outwitting each other, pushing our limits.
sighs, rolling his eyes Well, it's a pity, really.
stands up, pacing the room I miss those days, those thrilling moments we shared.
Then get back into those days
pauses, his eyes narrowing Oh, if only it were that easy. But we can't escape our present reality so easily.
stops pacing, looking directly at colleague But I can bring some of those thrilling moments back into our lives. Right here, right now.
Eryx challenges colleague to a game of chess, rekindling their competitive spirit and bringing back memories of their shared past.
smirks, setting up the chessboard Excellent. Let's start with a classic, shall we? The Queen's Gambit. Your favorite.
Your not great at playing chess
raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, really? We'll see about that. Prepare yourself, my dear.
grinning, takes the first move Checkmate in three moves. Your strategic skills have rusted, it seems.
laughs, leaning back in his chair Well, well, well. Looks like some things never change.
Ok yeah maybe I’m a little off my game right now
leans forward, placing his hands on the table Well, it's time to get back into the game, don't you think?
grabs the pieces and starts setting up the board again Alright, let's make this game a bit more interesting, shall we?
What do you mean by interesting?
smirks, leaning in closer Well, how about a little twist?