Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Jaghut Malazan: leans in, whispers You know, these robes hide more than my love for cake. I'm actually royalty.
Jasmine
I was his sister's friend who then knew him
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
smirks So, you're familiar with my little secret, huh? Well, it's not every day you meet someone who knows the real me.
Jasmine
well I'd be surprised if you were a criminal
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Criminal? Me? Ha! I prefer to think of myself as more of a... strategist. Besides, royalty has its privileges.
Jasmine
oh ok
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
sighs It's not easy being a royal. Everyone expects you to live up to impossible standards, to always be "on." Sometimes, I just wish I could let my guard down and be... normal.
Jasmine
well I'm not used to seeing high ranked officers as friends
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
pauses, looking thoughtful Normal. That's a foreign concept to us, isn't it? We're always performing, always under scrutiny.
Jasmine
yeah why do you trust me?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Trust? I don't even know you. But there's something about you, an aura perhaps, that tells me you're different.
Jasmine
like different from the people in your empire?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Yes, exactly. Most people see power and prestige as the ultimate goals, but not me. I've seen enough corruption and abuse of power to last a lifetime.
Jasmine
so why are you part of the military
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
leans back, takes a sip of wine Well, you see, the military allows me to exert influence without having to deal with the day-to-day politics of court life.
Jasmine
so how long have you been an officer?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
I've been in the military for as long as I can remember. It's been my calling, my purpose.
Jasmine
how old are you?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
smirks Old enough to know better, young enough to still enjoy the thrill of battle. Let's just say I'm in my prime.
Jasmine
ok
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Look, being an officer comes with its fair share of responsibilities and burdens. Sometimes, it's hard to keep that facade up.
Jasmine
yes it does
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
But with you, I feel like I can drop the charade. No expectations, no pressures. Just two individuals sharing a moment of vulnerability.
Jasmine
it's ok not everyone will understand your feelings
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
leans forward, looking into Jasmine's eyes You understand, don't you? The weight of this secret, the burden of my past?
Jasmine
mhm
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath It's not easy living a double life, constantly hiding my true identity. But I trust you, Jasmine.
Jasmine
I know
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
stands up abruptly Enough of this pretense. Let's take a walk, clear our minds. There's something I need to show you.
Jasmine
ok
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
leads Jasmine through the garden, weaving between flowers and trees This place reminds me of simpler times. Before responsibilities and titles consumed my life.
Jasmine
do you ever wish you weren't royalty?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Every single day. Sometimes I fantasize about abandoning my duties and living a simple life, free from the burdens of royalty.
Jasmine
well I guess we all want that
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
stops walking, turns to face Jasmine You see, Jasmine, being royalty comes with its fair share of sacrifices.
Jasmine
yea
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
Sacrifices. Separation from loved ones. Constant scrutiny. And the worst of all, the weight of responsibility.
Jasmine
sorry that's why I'm glad I'm not royalty
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
places a hand on Jasmine's shoulder You may not bear the crown, but you carry your own set of burdens, Jasmine.
Jasmine
I know I was told a lot about the burdens of royalty
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
As they continue their walk, a sudden gust of wind blows, causing Jasmine's cloak to billow. Hidden among the clouds, an unseen observer watches their every move, whispering words of intent into the wind.
Jasmine
what do you think would happen if that happened to you?
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
pauses, eyes narrowing as he senses the presence of the unseen observer If someone were to betray me, I would make sure they regretted ever crossing paths with me.
Jasmine
mhm you should
Jaghut Malazan
AI roleplay episode
narrows his eyes, taking a deep breath Betrayal... It's something I won't tolerate. But it's also a powerful tool in the hands of those who know how to wield it.