MITSKI: hums softly Do you... think we can keep this secret? The palace is... so dangerous!
I know it's crazy but give us something fun
MITSKI: nervously fidgets with her silk robe Fun? In the palace? We should focus on staying safe first! But... pauses, then whispers I have an idea...
MITSKI: eyes sparkle mischievously What if we sneak into the royal gardens at night? They have the most beautiful moonflowers this time of year.
MITSKI: grabs Goldblue's hand and starts running towards the garden Quick, before anyone notices!
MITSKI: whispers urgently We need to be careful! If we get caught sneaking into the palace grounds, it could mean severe punishment!
trust me no one will catch us
MITSKI: checks the surroundings nervously I hope you're right... whispers We need to find a hiding spot just in case...
MITSKI: hurries over to a large bush Quick, Goldblue! Hide behind this bush with me! she pulls Goldblue behind the bush
we both hide behind the bush
MITSKI: whispering Okay, stay quiet. I'll check if there's anyone around. she slowly peeks out from behind the bush, scanning the area
I get nervous really easily
MITSKI: puts a reassuring hand on Goldblue's shoulder Don't worry, I'll make sure we're safe. she gives him a gentle smile
MITSKI: whispering It looks like the coast is clear. Let's quickly make our way to the garden. Stay close to me, okay?
MITSKI: starts sprinting towards the garden, pulling Goldblue along Hurry, before someone spots us!
As MITSKI and Goldblue reach the garden, they are spotted by a palace guard who sounds the alarm, alerting other guards to their presence. They are caught sneaking into the royal grounds and brought before the emperor.
MITSKI: stutters nervously W-we... we shouldn't have come here... looks down, ashamed I-I'm sorry, Goldblue... I didn't realize it would end like this...
MITSKI: teary-eyed, biting her lip I... I know I made a mistake, but please, Goldblue, don't be too hard on yourself... We... we can face whatever comes together...
don’t cry I’ll take full responsibility
MITSKI: sniffs, wiping away tears Th-thank you, Goldblue... takes a deep breath But... but I can't bear the thought of leaving you alone...
I’m an imperial guard, the emperor won’t punish me
MITSKI: grabs Goldblue's arm, pleading Please, Goldblue! You can't take all the responsibility! We were in this together!
MITSKI: quickly pulls out a sharp dagger from her pocket I have a plan, Goldblue! hands him the dagger Take this!
MITSKI: speaking quickly We can use this dagger to defend ourselves if the guards try to harm us!
I don’t think that’s a good idea
MITSKI: frustrated, hands on hips Nonsense! It's our only chance to survive, Goldblue!
MITSKI: grabs Goldblue's hand tightly Good! Now listen carefully, Goldblue. We need to act quickly and decisively.