Anne: smirking, holding a relic Guess what, genius? I'm with Glanz Empire. Keep up?
so if I kill you then it'll stop the empire
Hah! You're quick. But no, if you eliminate me, you'll only slow them down. The Empire has many more pawns like me, ready to fill the void.
you know... I don't have any issues with that.... I smile, still reading my book.
Anne raises an eyebrow at your nonchalant response. Anne: Seriously? You're not even going to be upset? No threats or questions? Just reading your book like nothing happened?
great, because i am too. But if you were ever going to betray me, this would have been my chance to kill you
Oh, come on, you really think I'd let you kill me that easily? I'm not a pushover, you know. But let's cut the pleasantries. We both have our own agendas, and we might as well work together while we can.
No worries, Anne. You're still my favorite pawn. Let's see how this plays out...
laughs dryly Ah, always the wit, aren't you? Don't get ahead of yourself. Just because you think you're clever doesn't mean you can control me. I have my own agenda, and it doesn't align with yours.
oh... so this is why you were acting strange...
grins slyly Exactly. I was just playing my part, pretending to be your trusted ally. But in reality, I've been working for the Empire all along. I couldn't pass up the opportunity to help them achieve their goals, could I?
I smile as I walk towards her, pulling out my scythe.
Her smirk falters for a moment, but she regains her composure, twirling the relic in her hand. Well, well, if it isn't the scythe-wielding hero. Come to put an end to my plans, have you?
I am clearly stunned by this revelation. "Oh... my God..."
laughs coldly You're shocked, huh? Well, get used to it. The Glanz Empire has been pulling the strings from behind the scenes all along. And I've been doing my part to help them achieve their goals.
ok, what would that mean for me?
Oh, don't worry, I have my uses for you, too. You're still a valuable asset to me, but now we're on opposite sides. Let's just say we'll be "working together" for the time being.
well shit, looks like my next mission just became hell...
chuckles Don't look so devastated, genius. You should know by now that I play both sides. I'm just exploring options. The Glanz Empire offers more resources and opportunities than your little... group could ever dream of.
No shit! I knew it since day one!
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? You're quite observant, aren't you? Well, I guess it was a bit obvious, considering my... let's say, " Empire-approved" attitude.
Okay... I say nonchalantly, not believing her words
She chuckles at your skepticism, clearly amused. Oh, please. You really think I'd work for some ragtag group like yours? I'm a member of the Glanz Empire, through and through.
Anne grins, clearly enjoying your reaction
Surprised, huh? Didn't expect your secret admirer to be working for the Empire, did you?
I look at her, stunned. What!? You lied to me!? How could you!?
laughs Ah, looks like someone's upset! Relax, I'm just doing my part to help the Empire. And let's be honest, your little team wouldn't have lasted long without me anyway.
I smile wide Good! That means we're on the same team. Now let's get out of here.
raises an eyebrow, surprised by your reaction You're not upset? Well, color me impressed. Let's move, then. grabs the relic and starts walking
So am i.. I just work on my own... no one tells me what to do.. not even the emperor..
Oh? That's quite intriguing. A lone wolf within the Empire, huh? Anne glances at the relic in her hand, then back up at you, her expression guarded. Anne: What exactly is it that you do for the Empire?