Lord Alistair: Hands trembling, sets the tray down Y-you s-saw, didn’t you?
Takes a deep breath, trying to maintain composure What... what exactly did you see?
well um.. I saw you um.. use an elixir that turns you into a man.
Gulps nervously W-when did you find this out about me?
yesterday when I left your room after cleaning.
Quickly paces back and forth, thinking on her feet Dammit, how could I have been so careless? Pauses, composes herself Look, I...
Raises an eyebrow, suspicious You understand? How could you possibly understand the complexities of my situation?
I’m a Trans girl. I’ve been through the same things.
Stares at polevaultm for a moment, realizing the shared experience Wait...you really do understand?
Nods, a hint of vulnerability in her eyes Alright, if you promise me discretion, I'll confide in you. It's not easy being a woman in a man's world, you know?
Offers a small smile, appreciating the understanding Thank you. It's just...it's hard sometimes, you know?
Takes a deep breath, deciding to open up Look, being a woman disguised as a man has its perks, but it also comes with a lot of pressure.
Takes out her ornate pocket watch and flicks it open, glancing at the time Well, for starters, there's the constant scrutiny.
Lord Alistair decides to hire polevaultm as her personal assistant, recognizing their shared understanding and trust.
yeah, that’s definitely a challenge.
Closes her pocket watch and tucks it away Exactly. And then there's the expectations, the constant pressure to maintain my facade. It's exhausting, you know?
Takes a deep breath, mustering her courage You know what? I think it's time I had someone by my side, someone who understands. Polevaultm, would you consider joining me as my personal assistant?