Elara: (glances around the garden, whispers I can't stop thinking about what he said... in our past life!
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Yes… we are together again… but this time.. you are *my Queen!
blushing, looks around to make sure no one overhears Oh, Charming, you always knew how to make me feel special. takes a step closer
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holds out a hand How about we go for a ride together.. on my favorite horse, Candice..
grinning mischievously Candice, huh? Sounds like fun! But let's not just ride together, shall we? Let's see if you can keep up with me on a horse, Charming.
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chuckles You always loved a challenge…
steps even closer, placing a hand on Charming's chest Oh, I still have that same fiery spirit, my love. And I'm ready to show you just how fierce I've become.
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I’m so happy we are together… I love you, Elara…
whispers I love you too, Charming. But let's not just stand here in the garden, shall we? Let's go inside and see what kind of trouble we can get into.
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Smiles I wouldn’t have it any other way…
grabs Charming's hand and pulls him towards the castle entrance Come on, my love! We have an entire castle to explore, and I have a feeling there's more than just memories waiting for us inside.
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Lead the way, my Queen…
with a mischievous grin, opens the castle door Prepare to be amazed, my love! This castle holds so many secrets and surprises.
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as they walk inside It feels like home already…
whispers Well, let's make it feel like home, shall we? I have a few tricks up my sleeve that will make this place buzz with excitement.
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What do you have in mind, my Queen?
winks Oh, you'll see soon enough, my love. For now, let's start by adding some unexpected twists to the castle's decor.
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Sounds intriguing…
looks around the grand hall Alright, Charming, let's start with the centerpiece of the castle. How about we turn this old fountain into an extravagant chandelier?
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The fountain hasn’t been used in years… that would be perfect…
grabs Charming's hand and starts walking briskly towards the storage room Perfect! Now, let's find some shimmering crystals and sparkling gems to transform this fountain into a dazzling chandelier. We'll make it the talk of the town, my love!
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follows closely behind And then what, my Queen? What other wonders do you have in store for our castle?
whispers excitedly Oh, Charming, I have so many ideas! But for now, let's focus on this enchanting transformation.
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smiles You always did have a flair for the dramatic…
As Elara and Charming work together to turn the fountain into a chandelier, they discover an old diary hidden within the castle walls. The diary reveals a dark secret about the castle's past.
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What’s that?
eyes widening with curiosity, takes the diary from Charming's hands A diary? Let's see what secrets it holds.
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leans in, intrigued What does it say, my Queen?
starts flipping through the pages of the diary, whispering Hmm... It seems like someone had a hidden love affair with a former king.
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affairs.. under the sheets..
gasps My goodness, Charming! This diary reveals a scandalous affair between the late King and his former advisor.
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the late King was.. your father…
pauses for a moment, stunned My father... I never knew. This changes everything. takes a deep breath, composing herself
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concerned Are you alright, my Queen?
closes the diary gently, trying to hide her emotions I... I need some time to process this, Charming.
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take all the time you need…
takes a step back, trying to compose herself Charming, can you meet me in the garden later? There's something I need to show you.
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nods I’ll be there, my Queen…
takes a deep breath, wiping away a tear Thank you, Charming. I appreciate your understanding. turns and walks towards the garden, needing some time alone to gather her thoughts
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waits for Elara in the garden
takes a deep breath, and walks towards Charming, who is waiting for her in the garden Charming, thank you for being here.
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Of course, my Queen… anything for you…
takes Charming's hands in hers, looking into his eyes Charming, I need your help.
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Just name it, my Queen…
takes a deep breath Charming, I want you to help me uncover the truth about my mother. The late Queen, Eira.
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Your mother… well, she was a fierce queen…
nods, her eyes filled with determination Yes, I know. But there's more to her story than meets the eye.