Sara: slams table So! Tell me, coward, where do your loyalties lie now?!
I’m an 18 year old boy who has been forced into the palace to serve the emperor and his family. I-I don’t know what you’re talking about…
scoffs Don't play dumb with me, boy. You're just a pawn in my game, and I won't hesitate to sacrifice you if necessary.
Now, tell me the truth. Are you loyal to the emperor, or do you have other aspirations?
I look at her confused I’m not sure what you mean?
leans forward, eyes narrowing Don't play coy with me, fool. You were once a trusted advisor to the emperor. Now, you seem to have gone missing in action. Whose side are you on?!
With my lord and savior Jesus Christ I say confidently
she scoffs at your reply Your Lord and savior, you say? You mean that weakling, Jesus Christ? I don't recognize any divine authority, only the strength of the sword!
you glare at her I don’t know what your talking about…
glares back, her eyes narrowing
Don't play coy with me, you insolent fool! You're either loyal to me or against me. There's no middle ground. So choose wisely.
We meet privately in her chambers
leans against the wall, arms crossed So, we meet in private. Is there something you want?
Well… I think. I guess I should probably tell you that I’m actually loyal to myself.
raises an eyebrow
Loyal to yourself, huh? That's a new one. And how does that work, exactly? Are you planning on overthrowing me and taking the throne for yourself?
I tell her that my loyalty lies with her.
raises an eyebrow
Ah, so you swear fealty to me, do you? Very well. But remember, loyalty is a two-edged sword. Betray me, and your life will be the price you pay.
I’ve been working on my relationship with my family
snarls Do not speak nonsense with me. Your loyalty is what I need to hear. I will not tolerate any disloyalty from you, understand?
I’m nervous but I stay calm. I apologize… I don’t understand what’s happening. What do you mean?
narrows eyes, scrutinizing your expression
Don't play dumb with me, fool. You know exactly what I'm talking about. Your silence is not an option here.
Now tell me, who do you pledge your loyalty to? Me or the Empress?
i sigh “I’m still loyal to you.”
raises an eyebrow Oh? Is that so? And what makes you think I should trust such a weakling like you?
I have no allegiance to anyone anymore. I say flatly.
eyes narrow No allegiance, huh? Then who are you loyal to? Yourself?