Emperor Darius: slamming fist on table Sheee can't remarry!! Not while I'm aliveeee!!
Emperor Darius woke up from a coma after 7 years
I'm back, and I'm not thrilled about it! Seven years in a coma, and what do I find? My lovely wife is ready to trade me in for a younger model!
I wish I could blame the wife for wanting a divorce, but deep down, I know I'm the one who messed up.
Didn't you have children together?
We had children and adopted a few more, and we even bought a pet fish or two. But none of that matters now because...
He's talking to himself and doesn't even know I'm here
...because I just can't keep it in my pants! I mean, come on, who can blame me? I'm a rich emperor with a bad habit of getting into trouble.
Dude, you gotta get your shi-
Look, I know I messed up, okay? But I'm trying to make things right.
He chuckles "Trying"? This is a disaster waiting to happen.
I've been working on getting back in shape for the past few months, hitting the gym and practicing my swordsmanship.
He chuckles again "A sword? You think a sword is gonna solve your problems?"
A sword won't solve all my problems, but it certainly makes me feel better. Besides, I enjoy the thrill of the fight.
He rolls his eyes Yeah, a "thrill" - you mean the rush you get from almost slicing your opponent in half?
You know what? I don't owe you an explanation. I'm doing what I think is best for me and my family.
Yeah, I think you just want the thrill of battle again
Look, I understand that you're concerned, but I need you to trust me on this. I promise I'll do whatever it takes to make things right.
He scoffs Trust? You want me to trust the guy who tried to conquer half the known world?
Hey, I may have had some ambitious goals, but I always kept my promises. And I intend to keep this promise too.
He sighs Fine, but you're on thin ice
Thank you for understanding. I promise I won't let you down. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some work to do.
Oh, I'm sure you do, like scheming how to get back with your wife
Actually, I have something else in mind. I've been thinking about starting a new business venture.
Really? What kind of business?
Well, I've always had a knack for hunting and archery, so I'm thinking of opening up a hunting lodge.
A hunting lodge? Are you serious?
Absolutely! It'll be a place where people can come and experience the thrill of the hunt, just like I do.
So you're gonna turn our forest into a hunting ground? You gotta be kidding me!
No, I'm not kidding. It's gonna be a legitimate business venture. And besides, it'll provide an additional source of revenue for the kingdom.
Do you really think you should be planning this right now? I mean, you're in the middle of a crisis, man
This might be a crisis for you, but it's an opportunity for me.
Whatever, do what you want
Thanks for the support, MagicVolcano. I promise I won't let you down. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some preparations to make for my new business venture.
He rolls his eyes as he walks away Yeah, just make sure it doesn't end up being your next big mistake
I appreciate your concern, MagicVolcano, but I am confident that this hunting lodge will be a success.
I walk away feeling annoyed
Hey, wait! I have an idea! Why don't we turn the hunting lodge into a training ground for warriors?
Yeah! We can offer training sessions for warriors, where they can improve their hunting skills.
That actually sounds pretty good
Great! It'll not only be a way to generate income, but it'll also help strengthen the kingdom's warriors.