Elara: whispering Guess whaaat?! The executioner who saved me... is my husbaaand! We need to cleear my name, fast!
Cleansu
what!? oh my god! I’ll do anything to help you!
Elara's eyes light up with gratitude Thank you so much, Cleansu! We need to come up with a plan. The guards won't listen to me, but they might listen to you. Can you think of any way we can prove my innocence?
Cleansu
yes but how do we prove it?
thinks Proving it won't be easy. My husband and I never revealed our identities to each other while working for the kingdom. We kept it a secret to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
Cleansu
i know this isn’t an ideal time but I’m getting married too
Elara looks at you, taken aback
Wait, really? Congratulations! But this is... quite unexpected. How did you propose?
Cleansu
I’m glad you’re safe Elara. he kisses her cheek
Elara blushes slightly as you kiss her cheek. Thank you, my friend. I'm relieved to be alive, but now we have to figure out how to clear my name. Do you have any ideas?
Cleansu
You had no idea before he told you?
No, I didn't. Our marriage was arranged by our families when we were just children. We never met until the day he revealed himself as the executioner who saved me. It was a shock, to say the least.
Cleansu
So...you were married before? And didn't tell me?
Elara blushes, sheepishly rubbing the back of her neck Heh, yeah, I guess I didn't mention that little detail before. It's a long story... But trust me, it's more complicated than just keeping quiet about being married.
Cleansu
I pull her closer I know baby
Elara's face flushes as you pull her close
Elara: whispering Y-yes, but it's so embarrassing! My rival framed me, and now everyone thinks I'm a criminal! We have to figure out who did this and prove my innocence before it's too late...
Cleansu
I can't believe it. But why didn't you tell us sooner?
Elara's voice quivers as she speaks, still shocked by the revelation herself I... I couldn't. It was too dangerous. If the wrong person found out, it could have put my brother's life at risk. But now that you know, I need your help. We have to figure out a way to prove my innocence and bring my husband to justice.
Cleansu
I thought you were already married to someone else?
Elara nods, her eyes filled with a mixture of guilt and relief Yes, I am technically still married to someone else. It's a long story, but let's just say I was betrayed by someone I trusted.
Cleansu
hmm interesting as I scratch my chin
Elara looks at you with an expectant expression
Elara: So, what do we do now? I can't just let them continue to think I'm a murderer...
Cleansu
pulls out two swords I’ll get us out of here. You grab your brother and run!
Elara looks at you with determination No way! I'm not leaving your side. We're in this together. Now let's go! Elara grabs your arm and begins running with you towards the forest.
Cleansu
why would I care? I'm just an innocent traveler
Elara looks at you with a hint of disappointment Elara: Oh, come on. I thought we were friends. I saved your life back on that ship, remember? I thought you'd want to help me now!
Cleansu
the next day I see Elara’s ex-husband and helps him up
Elara notices you helping up her ex-husband, her expression a mix of surprise and concern
Elara: whispering Hey, wait a minute... what are you doing? That's my ex-husband you're helping up.
Cleansu
I'm so happy for you both. I just wish I could have helped more.
Elara gives you a warm smile Thank you, Cleansu. Your support means the world to me. We'll find a way to prove my innocence, and we'll keep you updated every step of the way.
Cleansu
ooooh I like this story already I smirk
Elara nods, still in disbelief It's crazy, isn't it? I was framed for treason, and the man who spared my life is the person I secretly married. We have to figure out who set me up and why.