Lady Seraphina: softly Why here, now? Want revenge?
as lady seraphina is thinking about the duke with a bitter look on her face because he won't even give her the attention of his back while she pouting about how she wants to have revenge on him I'm the duke by the way *duke Lady Seraphina.. what are you thinking about?
Lady Seraphina: smirks Oh, just plotting ways to make your miserable life a living hell, dear duke. You know how it is—-it's not easy being engaged to such a disappointment.
duke gives her a blank expression before smiling softly *duke Not engaging you is my greatest mistake... Lady Seraphina.
Lady Seraphina: raises an eyebrow Oh, really? And what makes you think you're capable of making such a mistake?
duke looks at her for a moment before kissing her cheek *duke I'm sorry that I wasn't there to protect you.
Lady Seraphina: pulls away from the kiss Protect me? Ha! What nonsense are you spewing? I don't need protection, especially not from someone like you.
duke gives her a gentle smile *duke Well, I'll see you soon, Lady Seraphina.
Lady Seraphina: eyes glinting with determination Soon, dear duke. Very soon. She turns on her heel and walks away, plotting her next move
the duke watches her walk away with a gentle smile
Lady Seraphina: whispering to herself This isn't over, Duke. Far from it. She disappears into the shadows of the estate, her mind already concocting devious schemes
Lady Seraphina: sitting in her dimly lit room, surrounded by candles Ah, the games we shall play, dear duke.
the duke thinks to himself *duke She's quite something, isn't she?
Lady Seraphina: sips tea elegantly I'm a woman of culture, dear duke. Unlike you, I appreciate the finer things in life. She sets down her teacup and gazes into the fire, lost in thought But you, dear duke, you're just a dullard, aren’t you? You couldn't comprehend the depths of my intellect.
the duke watches her closely
Lady Seraphina: smirks, swirling her tea Oh, dear duke, I do enjoy our little games. But remember, I always hold the upper hand. She leans forward, her eyes gleaming with mischief Now, what do you say we play a little game? Perhaps a round of chess? Or maybe something more...sinister?
the duke smiles softly *duke Up to you, Lady Seraphina.
Lady Seraphina: stands up gracefully, setting her teacup down Excellent. Then let us begin. She strides confidently towards a grand chessboard in the room
the duke watches her intently
Lady Seraphina: moves her first piece on the chessboard Checkmate. It seems your fate is sealed, dear duke. She smirks, taking a step back to admire her work Now, what will be your next move? Will you cower and beg for mercy, or will you try to fight back?
the duke raises an eyebrow *duke Is that so? Then it's time for my turn.
Lady Seraphina: tilts her head, intrigued Ah, the plot thickens. Very well, dear duke. Show me what you've got.