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00:00:03A hundred years passed. The realm was undone by its own celebration. At the wedding feast of Princess Rosalie and
00:00:14Lord Varden Hawthorne, the fields of Shrewsbury gave forth their first poisoned harvest, and the royal table was its victim.
00:00:24All who supped that night perished save one, Prince Varden, who was too anxious to eat. By dawn he was
00:00:34king.
00:00:35The blight spread swiftly through all the shires except Vindisher, whose walls held firm and whose grain endured.
00:00:45Thus, the new king made Vindisher the seat of power, but gave back to the blighted counties a competition soaked
00:00:55in blood.
00:00:57We honor that competition with the legacy of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:06Hmm. What an exhilarating day for us all. Hmm? Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to
00:01:15celebrate. The pursuit of love.
00:01:19But most importantly, to root out the traitors and threats to the realm, concurrent to the wedding, we will commence
00:01:30on the next iteration of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:34What? What?
00:01:36Excitingly, we have a nominee with us here tonight!
00:01:44Shall we unveil our nominee?
00:01:49No! No!
00:01:56Elara, you shouldn't!
00:01:58Why haven't you confirmed that I am the nominee?
00:01:59While I understand why...
00:02:01No! You don't.
00:02:04Perhaps. But there's more to account for than your wants. We are in a dire position. It's imperative.
00:02:11Whomever represents this county must be able to make it deep into the competition.
00:02:16I am by far the best trained that you...
00:02:19That is not the issue!
00:02:21If they find out your true family name, they'll kill you.
00:02:26But I...
00:02:27They'll break the competition, you will die, and the county will be left with nothing!
00:02:32No. They cannot possibly do that again.
00:02:34I understand. What happened to Everett...
00:02:38Was evil.
00:02:40But there is a whole county of people for whom I am the guardian.
00:02:44You are a bureaucrat.
00:02:48If we place last...
00:02:51Everyone will starve. Your mother and sister included.
00:02:55Think of Elowen.
00:02:57That's why I'm the only option.
00:03:05I have little to offer.
00:03:08What is this?
00:03:09I gave the same token to Everett before he left.
00:03:12I'm certain...
00:03:13Those last letters were meaningful.
00:03:22Mother, are you awake?
00:03:25Hmm...
00:03:26My darling girl.
00:03:30I left enough food for you and Elowen.
00:03:33Beautiful little princess.
00:03:37I wish I could have given you the life we deserve.
00:03:43Everett was supposed to reclaim what was ours.
00:03:46I know.
00:03:47I know, Mother.
00:03:49I'm going to do that now.
00:03:51Never forget.
00:03:52I won't.
00:03:54I won't, Mother.
00:03:58Are you actually leaving us?
00:04:06Hello and I have to do this.
00:04:09What if you...
00:04:10I won't.
00:04:12He taught me everything I know.
00:04:15I promise to win.
00:04:19Everett promised me the same thing.
00:04:22I know.
00:04:23You promised me too.
00:04:26Here.
00:04:29Do your makeup like I taught you.
00:04:31He'll be sure to tease you.
00:04:39Ellie, what is this?
00:04:40It's a hairpin.
00:04:42I found it in Mom's drawer.
00:04:44She'd give it to you if she knew.
00:04:46I doubt it.
00:04:47I don't.
00:04:47No writing.
00:04:56She was a mess.
00:04:56Elarra.
00:04:58Your Majesty I must offer my condolences for Princess May for tragedy.
00:05:02There is always trouble in our time.
00:05:05How goes the manor preparations?
00:05:07I do believe this year is set to be the greatest in recent memory.
00:05:13Good.
00:05:14And the prince's reaction?
00:05:16Good.
00:05:17He is choosing a mask as we speak.
00:05:24And the other contestants?
00:05:26The young lady from Emberhelm, Juliet Ashford, chose the most promise this year.
00:05:30By reports, she's deeply adept with the sword and has a confident disposition.
00:05:36Pick up those bags.
00:05:40Ever the obedient one, aren't you?
00:05:43Fair medals maiden is Clementine Parker.
00:05:47The Duke's gambling debts have put his family in a precarious situation.
00:05:51Her entry is truly an act of courage.
00:05:54Compellingly, we have another member of the Matsumoto clan.
00:05:58Oh, so winning this competition is in their bloodlines.
00:06:01The Matsumotos have sent their daughter Aiko to compete.
00:06:05She is known for her agility and balance.
00:06:09Who else?
00:06:10Jane and Miobe.
00:06:11The whispers from the realm tell me she's quite strong, but perhaps a bit dim-witted.
00:06:18It's always a good test for the others to have a sturdy simpleton.
00:06:21The final contender is Amina Masood from Silverkeep.
00:06:26She became the nominee after an accident befell the previous nominee.
00:06:31And the girl from Shrewsbury.
00:06:34Ilara Halloway, you needn't concern yourself.
00:06:38Let there be no more Shrewsbury mistakes.
00:06:41The fate of the Weaver Boy and poor Maeve should suffice as lesson.
00:06:59Welcome to your first task of the most eligible heiress of Shrewsbury.
00:07:04Navigate yourself to the manor.
00:07:05The future queen must be smart, savvy, and know the woods.
00:07:09There are traps and deadly contestants in your way.
00:07:11The first to arrive will receive a boon, the last to handicap.
00:07:23Is it too much to ask that you'll carry my bag for me?
00:07:47I don't need that patch to tell me you're Shrewsbury filth.
00:07:50Is it my perfect posture?
00:07:57Too slow.
00:08:07If you're ever in the woods had a loss, always remember to find the moss.
00:08:33Lovely hairpin.
00:08:35There's a pit trap.
00:08:37Out that way.
00:08:48The gold is very becoming, your highness.
00:08:52Great choice.
00:08:56It is customary for you to welcome the ladies who survived the first task to the manor.
00:09:05But your highness, it is the tradition of...
00:09:09Are you instructing the future heir on how to behave?
00:09:12No, your highness.
00:09:13I would never overstep my bounds.
00:09:16That is all for now.
00:09:26Bet they didn't teach you how to use a bow and arrow in Shrewsbury.
00:09:30No.
00:09:31But they did teach us how to have better aim than you.
00:09:35You call that good aim?
00:09:37Yes.
00:09:42We have orders from the governess.
00:09:45We must find the Shrewsbury girl.
00:09:51Here, this way.
00:09:53I'm delighted to finally meet your acquaintance.
00:09:56Much has been spoken about you.
00:09:58I don't have time for this.
00:10:00I'm Andrew, the prince's first footman.
00:10:02And I'm the most eligible heiress.
00:10:05Now, if you'll excuse me.
00:10:10Quick.
00:10:12She should be close.
00:10:14You're welcome.
00:10:16Again.
00:10:20Over there.
00:10:22You're first.
00:10:23Which will certainly impress the prince.
00:10:30I am in your debt.
00:10:50Laura Halloway of Shrewsbury, allow me to offer my congratulations on your most unexpected success.
00:11:00Perhaps something to become accustomed to.
00:11:01How delightful to see you so spirited at the outset.
00:11:05I do hope you can sustain it.
00:11:09At your pleasure.
00:11:12A fine attempt, Miss Matsumoto.
00:11:14I had every expectation of brilliance.
00:11:17But your brother does cast a long shadow.
00:11:35Miss Matsumoto, what a mercy you have escaped the woods' appetite.
00:11:41I didn't...
00:11:42My compliments to you all on your safe arrival.
00:11:46Ordinarily, we have at least one soul who fails to find their way out of the woods.
00:11:53We are blessed with uncommon talent.
00:11:57Shrewsbury has claimed first arrival.
00:12:00By right of the rules, the finest room in the manor shall be hers.
00:12:05Fortune does favor the swift.
00:12:07Where's Prince Theo?
00:12:08All in due time, dear Juliet.
00:12:15Regrettably, as last to arrive, you must accept the handicap that accompanies such tardiness.
00:12:32Let this be your last failing.
00:12:35Bind the wound tightly.
00:12:44Only one of you will be the most eligible heiress.
00:12:50The victory is within your control.
00:12:53Tomorrow will be a spirited contest of arms.
00:12:58Advance and you shall face a battle of wits.
00:13:01And if you're lucky enough to get to the third task,
00:13:05well, that is often the king's favorite.
00:13:10One last thing.
00:13:12There will be no fraternizing with the servants.
00:13:15They are here to work.
00:13:17If you are found violating this, you will be removed from the competition.
00:13:24I will escort all of you to your rooms.
00:13:28Except you.
00:13:30Stay here.
00:13:31I will return in due course.
00:13:50I'd be happy to escort you to your room.
00:13:53You know, I'd be happy to escort you to your room.
00:13:56I should probably wait for the grim governess to return.
00:14:00Yeah, I don't think she's coming back.
00:14:03She seems mad that you won.
00:14:07Perhaps you shouldn't have underestimated me then.
00:14:10Don't worry.
00:14:14I'm not.
00:14:20Does this count as fraternizing with the help?
00:14:23I'm merely helping you get to your room.
00:14:26But let's not get caught.
00:14:36Thank you for the official escort.
00:14:41Now go before we get caught.
00:14:49Why did you choose to do this?
00:14:53My older brother died a couple of years ago.
00:14:57And if I want my little sister to have a better life, then I need to win.
00:15:01For her.
00:15:04I recently lost my sister.
00:15:08Losing a sibling is really hard.
00:15:14You've become a target.
00:15:16You need to be more careful.
00:15:19I don't want to see you go down so fast.
00:15:22They don't scare me.
00:15:24But it's kind that you're so worried about me.
00:15:43I hope you live long enough for me to see you in this.
00:15:47Prince Theo.
00:15:48Prince Theo.
00:15:55The sewer could feed us for years.
00:16:00Prince Theo.
00:16:03Prince Theo.
00:16:07Prince Theo.
00:16:10Prince Theo.
00:16:11Prince Theo.
00:16:14Prince Theo.
00:16:16Monroe.
00:16:16Prince Theo.
00:16:16Prince Theo.
00:16:17Prince Hee.
00:16:31I've got to be one of thieves must.
00:16:43Yes!
00:16:50Your Highness, the ladies were most impressive today, though they did inquire about your whereabouts.
00:16:59And?
00:17:00Tradition dictates...
00:17:01I'm the heir to the throne. I will act in the way of my choosing.
00:17:05As is your God-given right.
00:17:08Is that the whole of it? I'm growing tired of this conversation.
00:17:12If I may. The circumstances of tomorrow's games are such that it would be most respectful to have you in
00:17:21attendance.
00:17:21Then so be it.
00:17:27You don't need to be here.
00:17:29Letters stay.
00:17:31Fine. When you get to the manor, you must try to get into the library alone.
00:17:36You must try to find a book about the Eaton family or written by a family member.
00:17:42Must we revisit this?
00:17:44They've not destroyed history. They've just distorted it. There's proof in there.
00:17:51I will find it, Mother.
00:18:08Who goes there?
00:18:11Please don't threaten me, sir. I was merely grabbing this on the governess's orders.
00:18:16She'll have in my head if I don't return soon.
00:18:19You must be the new servant, girl.
00:18:22You should be more careful next time.
00:18:24The governess does not appreciate tardiness.
00:18:27Off you go.
00:18:47Sneaking around the castle, are we?
00:18:52Shouldn't you be standing guard at the prince's quarters?
00:18:55It's difficult to get him to sleep without a bedtime towel, perhaps.
00:18:58I should probably read it first, to ensure it's suitable for the prince's precious eyes.
00:19:05That is very, very kind of you.
00:19:13You better sneak off before we're caught fraternizing.
00:19:21Trust you all are rested. Today, we highlight your ability with a sword.
00:19:27You will be paired up in a series of duels. Win, and you earn your safety, lose, and you shall
00:19:34fight again.
00:19:35I claim Shrewsbury.
00:19:38Why did you help me yesterday?
00:19:41I... I don't know.
00:19:43I advise you to mind your wits, and we just picked you to be the first to fall.
00:19:48Thankfully, Prince Theo has honored us with his presence today.
00:19:58The most handsome man I've seen.
00:20:02He is as I expected.
00:20:04How do they even know he's attractive?
00:20:06He's wearing that ridiculous mask.
00:20:08He's the prince. He's good enough, I guess.
00:20:12The pairings will be Clementine and Amina, Jane and Aiko, and finally Juliet and Alara.
00:20:24Begin.
00:20:42It's a shame this isn't a real sword.
00:20:45You'd have already bled out.
00:20:47Or I'd have cut you to pieces before you could even land a hit.
00:20:52The next pairings are Alara versus Aiko, and Amina...
00:20:58I'd be happy to fight again, governess. Shrewsbury was barely a challenge.
00:21:04Thank you, Juliet. You are so gracious to put your body on the line.
00:21:09You need to relax. I've never fought this way before.
00:21:12I can handle. You only need one hit for victory.
00:21:25The final fight will be between Amina and Alara.
00:21:30In this round, the rules have changed.
00:21:33Only one of you will remain in competition.
00:21:37I know. It sucks.
00:21:40Stay light on your feet. Carry any blows.
00:21:42Why are you helping me?
00:21:44I always repay my debts.
00:21:46Let's begin.
00:21:58Finish this already.
00:22:00Quick and nimble. Quick and nimble.
00:22:08Make it quick.
00:22:13Make it quick.
00:22:26Amina would have been a beautiful queen.
00:22:30Henceforth, the resources to the Silver Keep shall be greatly reduced.
00:22:35How thrilling. Five of you move on to the next trial.
00:22:59Is this what you're after?
00:23:04Perhaps.
00:23:07Are you following me?
00:23:08Why do you care so much about the Eatons?
00:23:12Must a young lady's interest in history be deemed so unseemly?
00:23:17If I may.
00:23:19We can work together, you know.
00:23:22You tell me why you care so much about the Eatons, and I'll not only give you this book,
00:23:26but I'll show you where the family tree is located.
00:23:29If this is a trick, I will kill you.
00:23:34I swear on my prince.
00:23:41The Eatons.
00:23:42The Eatons were the original royal family.
00:23:45There was always whisperings and trues buried.
00:23:48That the Great Famine was used to bury the truth.
00:23:50The truth?
00:23:52That the Eatons were usurped.
00:23:56Hmm.
00:23:58Some people would consider that perspective treason.
00:24:01Well, then in that case, I am lucky to consider myself a skeptic.
00:24:28Who are you really?
00:24:31What makes you so interested?
00:24:32The governess wants you dead.
00:24:34She doesn't do anything without a reason.
00:24:37Does the governess not work for your fair prince?
00:24:40Things are rarely as they seem when the ruling class is involved.
00:24:44Oh.
00:24:51Now show me to this family tree section.
00:24:54Go.
00:25:07This tea just isn't the same as home.
00:25:09I miss that.
00:25:11I don't think it's that bad.
00:25:12You have tea?
00:25:13In Shrewsbury?
00:25:15Doubtful.
00:25:17They don't have proper floors in their houses.
00:25:26Is she okay?
00:25:35You don't look so good.
00:25:38Neither do you.
00:25:50To triumph in this contest, one must summon fortitude of the mind at a moment's call.
00:25:59Blas, you are all poisoned.
00:26:03Hm.
00:26:04Four antidotes, four hopes.
00:26:07In turn, we shall pose riddles.
00:26:10A right answer grants life.
00:26:15Juliet.
00:26:16How do we determine the order?
00:26:17It's my discretion.
00:26:19Juliet.
00:26:20The maker doesn't want it.
00:26:22The buyer doesn't use it.
00:26:24The user doesn't know it.
00:26:26What is it?
00:26:28What is it?
00:26:28A coffin.
00:26:38Clementine.
00:26:39It is the beginning of eternity.
00:26:42The end of time and space.
00:26:45It is the start of every end.
00:26:48The end of every place.
00:26:51The letter E.
00:27:02Jane.
00:27:04Cold makes me calm.
00:27:07Heat makes me mad.
00:27:09I break before I bend.
00:27:12What am I?
00:27:14Ice.
00:27:15Correct.
00:27:17She's from Grimfrost.
00:27:19It appears that we only have one dose left and two contestants.
00:27:26Who would like-
00:27:27Please!
00:27:28I am ready.
00:27:30I go.
00:27:32I can crown a fool or expose a queen, yet I have no tongue, only reflection.
00:27:41It's so simple.
00:27:44Time's up.
00:27:46A diamond.
00:27:48Incorrect.
00:27:49The mirror!
00:27:50The mirror!
00:27:51The mirror!
00:27:51The answer is a mirror!
00:27:52That is correct, but that is not your riddle.
00:27:58The poison must be setting in.
00:28:02Elara, I am born when two lie, but die when one tells the truth.
00:28:12A secret!?
00:28:14A secret!?
00:28:16A secret!?
00:28:16A secret?
00:28:16How fortunate!
00:28:35and she exits
00:28:38Farewell
00:28:52What was it like to grow up in the mountains of Grimfrost?
00:28:57Cold
00:28:59Do you enjoy the heat?
00:29:01It gets quite warm in Vindershire
00:29:11Seeing as we're the last two, shall we drink until it's our turn?
00:29:17It's in our right after today
00:29:21Is that not considered fraternizing?
00:29:24That only refers to the servants
00:29:26Oh my
00:29:28Where did you get a dress like this?
00:29:33Allara, I want you alive
00:29:35I wouldn't poison you mine
00:29:40Am I not your competition?
00:29:43No, actually
00:29:44You're not
00:29:46Are we back to playing riddles again?
00:29:48I don't want to be married to the prince
00:29:49I only want the riches
00:29:52How much do you know about Fairmeadow?
00:30:02Not much
00:30:03Besides it being considered the revelry capital
00:30:06Dancing and gambling
00:30:08Which is why I want to form an alliance
00:30:11It's important to have a partner
00:30:14I'm listening
00:30:18My father is the Duke
00:30:20And also a degenerate gambler
00:30:22So much so, our entire family is in danger of losing our status
00:30:27The most eligible heiress is the largest gambling event in the county
00:30:31Everyone likes to place a bet
00:30:34And you
00:30:37You are my fortune incarnate
00:30:46So
00:30:47Why not bet on yourself?
00:30:49Take the money and the crown
00:30:50One
00:30:51I'm not so sure I could win
00:30:54Two
00:30:55You, you by far have the most profitable odds
00:30:58After the first day I sent my family instructions to bet every last piece of gold on you winning
00:31:05Well
00:31:07I am honored
00:31:09You certainly seem confident
00:31:10Much like my father, I like a favorable bet
00:31:15And in exchange for your help
00:31:17You let me live
00:31:20Oftentimes there's only one heiress remaining
00:31:22But it's not uncommon for the winner to take mercy on the competitor
00:31:25If they back down
00:31:28How do I know this isn't some trick?
00:31:30To get my guard down
00:31:31You won't
00:31:32But you might have to
00:31:34Now
00:31:37Why don't you try on this beautiful dress for me?
00:31:40I want you to look good for the prince
00:32:01Is he really going to be here this whole time?
00:32:08Hurry up, I have to go soon
00:32:15He'd have to be a fool now to rank you first
00:32:20All right, it's time for my departure
00:32:24Oh, and don't spend too much time carrying on with that footman of his
00:32:28Guessing he's the jealous type
00:32:31How did you?
00:32:32And then
00:32:35I took my father's sword
00:32:37And slashed the boar's head
00:32:40Right
00:32:41Off
00:32:50It was amazing
00:32:53Excuse me, your highness
00:32:55You are excused
00:32:56Andrew
00:33:03Now that we're alone
00:33:06The real fun can begin
00:33:15Don't you think it'd be so much better if we just took this thing right off?
00:33:22Kinky
00:33:25I can work with that
00:33:29That better not be your damn footman again
00:33:33Well
00:33:34Looks like you're having a good time, your highness
00:33:36I sure was
00:33:37Until you barged in
00:33:39Sadly
00:33:39Your time is up, Juliet
00:33:51Don't forget
00:33:52Don't forget about me
00:33:58Good luck following that up
00:34:03I assume it went well
00:34:04If you would have given me ten more minutes, we would have been in the bed
00:34:08I gave you the most time
00:34:10Now
00:34:11I need you to fulfill your end of the deal
00:34:13Why do you care so much about that peasant girl?
00:34:16That's none of your concern
00:34:17But
00:34:17I have told the others that whoever takes Alara out first
00:34:21Will be given a huge advantage going forward
00:34:25I'm up for a challenge
00:34:30You should try sneaking to the gambling dens in Fairmeadow
00:34:33He could get into some good trouble
00:34:35I do enjoy a bit of mischief
00:34:42Miss Parker, your time is up
00:34:43Please wait outside
00:34:52That was the last one
00:34:54You may retire to your bedroom
00:34:56Isn't there one more?
00:34:57No
00:34:58She's
00:34:59Not feeling well
00:35:07Why are you here?
00:35:08I had to see the most beautiful woman here with my own two eyes
00:35:11Keep your honey tongue
00:35:13It sweetens nothing I desire
00:35:18That's a shame
00:35:20Unfortunately for you
00:35:23I have a date with the prince
00:35:24Actually
00:35:26You don't
00:35:29He's retired to his room for the evening
00:35:32But fortunately for you
00:35:34I'm here to report back to Prince Theo about your sparkling personality
00:35:39Plus
00:35:40I could never let you waste a look as stunning as this
00:35:44You deserve to be seen
00:35:46Even if it's just by me
00:35:49Shall we?
00:35:58I asked the prince if he knew anything about the Eatons
00:36:01And?
00:36:02Did he ignore you completely?
00:36:04No
00:36:05But
00:36:06He did sneak into the governess of study and steal this
00:36:12What is this?
00:36:13It's the governess official log
00:36:16She writes everything down
00:36:18I had a quick look through there
00:36:20There's some good leads
00:36:22Leads?
00:36:22Leads on what?
00:36:24I don't think Princess Maeve died of natural causes
00:36:28You think the king killed her?
00:36:30You think King Raphael killed the heir to his own throne?
00:36:39What are you doing?
00:36:40I think it's time you and I have a little chat
00:36:44Actually
00:36:46King Raphael seems so horrible
00:36:48I wouldn't even be surprised
00:36:52You possess a remarkable capacity for surprise
00:37:26You are making me
00:37:27Forget my matters in place
00:37:31That's definitely counting as Friday night
00:37:32Then we better not get caught
00:37:37If you are betraying me
00:37:39I will drive this knife so far into your neck
00:37:42I swear to the cops
00:37:45Then I must do what you say
00:37:51Go on
00:38:04What are you thinking about?
00:38:06Simply longing for a repetition of a particular moment
00:38:10Whatever is the obstacle?
00:38:15Because I need to show you this stack
00:38:20Earlier today I found this
00:38:21And I think it would be beneficial if you read it
00:38:25Do you think this could be proof of the famine?
00:38:27Whatever you do
00:38:28Do not let anyone know you have this
00:38:30Based on what's inside
00:38:31It could be really dangerous if you're caught with it
00:38:44How's your health?
00:38:45Quite well
00:38:47Why?
00:38:48The governess
00:38:51She must have been mistaken
00:38:54Anyway, if my footman happens to be her too
00:38:56Can you let him know I need him at his convenience?
00:38:59After he escorts you back, of course
00:39:03Certainly
00:39:09How can you stand to work for him?
00:39:12Actually, for the whole royal family
00:39:14It's complicated
00:39:16The royal family is incredibly sheltered compared to the rest of the realm
00:39:19Because that's an acceptable excuse
00:39:22Well, working for them means I am too
00:39:25I never knew what was going on in Shrewsbury till I met you
00:39:27So I doubt the prince knows either
00:39:28Plausible deniability
00:39:30He's the prince
00:39:32He can go and see for himself
00:39:33King Raphael would never allow that
00:39:35He lives a life of luxury while his subjects suffer
00:39:38Ignorance is a choice
00:39:41More than a circumstance
00:39:45Don't tell the prince that
00:39:48I'm not one to refrain from candor
00:39:50I need you to ride to the castle at once
00:39:53King Raphael needs to be informed of my suspicions
00:39:56Do not stop
00:39:58This is urgent
00:40:10Can I tempt you to stay?
00:40:13I wish
00:40:15But when the prince calls
00:40:16I must answer
00:40:34I'll be dreaming of that
00:40:50Good morning, your highness
00:40:51The rankings are as follows
00:40:54Juliet, Jane, Clementine, and Elara
00:40:58No
00:40:59No
00:41:00Elara Holloway is number one
00:41:03Do I need to remind you of your place, governess?
00:41:07No, your highness
00:41:09It's merely that your father
00:41:11Will be disappointed
00:41:27Good morning to you all
00:41:30Today, you will compete in a game that is a favorite amongst the children of the royal family
00:41:37Hounds and the crown
00:41:39We need to talk
00:41:41About what?
00:41:42You're fraternizing with the strapping footmen
00:41:44The rules are simple
00:41:46Three women, the hounds, will hunt one, the crown
00:41:51This is going to be enjoyable
00:41:53Not unless we're all hunting you
00:41:55The crown must make it back to her room safely
00:41:59The hounds will aim to prevent that by any means of their choosing
00:42:05Of course the royal family would play a twisted game like this
00:42:09How will you decide who the crown is?
00:42:11It's based on your ranking by Prince Theo himself
00:42:15Elara
00:42:17You currently hold that coveted spot
00:42:20You will be the crown for us today
00:42:34Is that any way to greet your father?
00:42:48That's more like it
00:42:51What are you doing here, father?
00:42:52I'm not allowed to visit my future heir on his most eligible heiress retreat
00:43:01Lighten up, my son
00:43:03We'll have a lovely lunch while they all hunt each other
00:43:08And we can catch up on everything that I've missed here
00:43:23Ladies, you three will stay with me while Elara goes to hide
00:43:34Elara
00:43:35You must survive in the manor for one hour before finding safety in your room
00:43:42There will be guards blocking there
00:43:44Do you understand?
00:43:46We also have spectators today
00:43:50Before the match, the king has asked to see the hunted
00:43:59Yes, governess
00:44:03Ah, the woman of the hour
00:44:07Join us
00:44:08Please, seat
00:44:12Welcome, my dear
00:44:13I must extend congratulations to you on earning first place
00:44:20I hear my son has handpicked you
00:44:24I would love to learn how you've beaten all of the odds
00:44:27To end up at this moment here
00:44:32You've got quite the battle ahead of you
00:44:34The crown almost never escapes the hounds
00:44:38Your majesty
00:44:40I only hope to make both my county and this kingdom proud
00:44:45And how do you plan on doing that?
00:44:48And how do you plan on doing that?
00:44:53Well, by becoming the most eligible heiress, naturally
00:44:59We'll see, dear
00:45:01But first I must ask
00:45:04Holloway
00:45:06Such an interesting surname
00:45:10I don't think I've seen that one before
00:45:13I come from quite a common family
00:45:16Nothing special in Shrewsbury
00:45:22How very interesting
00:45:25Well, thank you for sharing your company with us
00:45:27Good luck to you in the games
00:45:37Excuse me
00:45:43Thank you
00:45:44For what? I did nothing
00:45:45For standing up to him
00:45:47No one does that
00:45:49Look, if you can make it to the hall
00:45:52There's a secret entrance to my quarters
00:45:54To the left of the painting
00:45:55From there you can get to your room easier
00:45:56Than navigating the whole quarters
00:46:00Thank you
00:46:01Good luck
00:46:02I'll be waiting
00:46:06Everything is ready, your majesty
00:46:08I enjoy her
00:46:14Such a shame
00:46:16There's two staircases
00:46:18I will take the east
00:46:20And Jane, you'll take the west
00:46:22And if she stays hidden below?
00:46:23Then she'll be trapped down there
00:46:24And be forced to make a run right towards us
00:46:30You will remain in the front
00:46:33In case she tries anything
00:46:35Take a shot
00:46:37Take a shot
00:46:37If you spot her
00:46:38And call out
00:46:39We have favor in our numbers
00:46:43Let us not forget
00:46:50I wonder if she's found a good hiding spot
00:46:53Father, why don't you like her?
00:46:55Son
00:46:56You're still young
00:46:57But you must understand
00:47:00Shrewsbury is the reason for the great famine
00:47:03That was a hundred years ago
00:47:06Must they still be punished?
00:47:07Yes
00:47:08There are larger things at play here, son
00:47:10Do not question me
00:47:11Isn't the point that I choose whom I want to marry, father?
00:47:18Maeve once told me the same
00:47:19She wasn't wrong, though
00:47:21Was she?
00:47:23She was very wrong
00:47:25This competition isn't about love
00:47:29It's about maintaining power
00:47:42Jane
00:47:43A word of counsel
00:47:49A word of counsel
00:48:03A word of counsel
00:48:13I thought we had an alliance
00:48:14We do, but we have to sell it
00:48:21Are you going to tell them about the footmen?
00:48:23No, why would I?
00:48:24To get rid of me
00:48:24To get me killed
00:48:25I'm not Juliet
00:48:27We're our allies
00:48:28I would never do that
00:48:30Also, I sort of support you
00:48:31Having a little bit of fun
00:48:32Before you win this whole thing
00:48:34And get locked into a loveless marriage
00:48:36Thank you
00:48:38There's another thing I should tell you
00:48:41I also made a deal with Juliet
00:48:43What?
00:48:44There's a deal with everyone but me?
00:48:48You hurt my feelings
00:48:50Clementine
00:48:51Go distract Juliet
00:48:53Be safe
00:49:00I can't wait to kill you
00:49:01And then win and go home
00:49:03And show all those rich nobles
00:49:04They never should have snubbed
00:49:06The future queen
00:49:19It's not an easy kill
00:49:21I almost thought you could actually
00:49:34So much blood on your hands
00:49:43The hour is almost over
00:49:45Have you seen her?
00:49:46No, I haven't
00:50:06You're lying to me
00:50:07Are you really going to injure your only ally?
00:50:10Tell me what happened to Jane
00:50:12She found Allara in the servants' quarters
00:50:14Good girl
00:50:23Why did he help me?
00:50:33Come forth
00:50:34Come forth
00:50:36Wherever you may be
00:50:42Good
00:50:44The game has commenced
00:50:46What does the last name Eaton mean?
00:50:50Never utter that name again
00:50:54Do you hear me?
00:50:55I hear you, Father
00:50:58Good
00:51:01Then we shall go to the young ladies' quarters
00:51:04I sense an end coming
00:51:11There you are
00:51:12I found you
00:51:16I can't wait to kill you
00:51:18You say that so confidently
00:51:20Because I will
00:51:22I've been training my whole life for this
00:51:25I've been promised Prince Theo since birth
00:51:29This competition is mine to win
00:51:31No wonder you're so miserable
00:51:34You spent your whole life
00:51:36For what?
00:51:37A prince?
00:51:39A prince who will never love you?
00:51:41You're here just like I am
00:51:42What's the difference?
00:51:47I'm not here for myself
00:51:55What are you doing?
00:51:56Run
00:51:57It's not for you
00:51:58It's not for you
00:52:11Ilarra
00:52:17What an exhilarating day
00:52:21It is a rare occasion when three contestants endure to the end
00:52:28The masquerade falls on the morrow
00:52:30Make ready in your room
00:52:32The door will be locked
00:52:33For your own protection
00:52:36Sleep well
00:52:37And may your dreams be kind
00:52:46Oh
00:52:48Oh
00:52:51Okay
00:53:00Oh
00:53:01Oh
00:53:05Oh
00:53:06Oh
00:53:20Your Majesty.
00:53:24My confidence is waning.
00:53:27Your Majesty, the game's not complete.
00:53:30You don't seem to grasp the consequence.
00:53:33Should Shrewsbury prevail, the realm may be plunged into disarray.
00:53:37I have done all within my will.
00:53:40It was you who insisted we not kill her in cold blood.
00:53:44As a king, you must respect tradition.
00:53:49End this conflict by tomorrow,
00:53:52or your own head will be on the line.
00:54:03I thought I was gonna lose you.
00:54:06It takes more than that to kill me.
00:54:09I hope so.
00:54:40You're so scared
00:54:41that it's not bad.
00:54:42I need to stay.
00:54:55Who are you?
00:55:00So, my daughter,
00:55:01just let me go up with this joke.
00:55:02How dare you bring going to Lanai?
00:55:13I hope I'm not disturbing you.
00:55:16Well, that would just be impossible.
00:55:17I think it's time for us to discuss your future.
00:55:20Whatever do you mean?
00:55:23You think I don't know the rumors?
00:55:25The old wives' tale that talks of one of the Eton princesses surviving and hiding out.
00:55:32Safely in Shrewsbury all these years.
00:55:35I'm afraid I just don't know what you're talking about.
00:55:37Yet all the books on Eton, dust-free in library.
00:55:43I shall put it thus.
00:55:45Whatever happens on the morrow, I pray no tragedy finds its way to your home.
00:55:52Your poor mother is fragile, is she not?
00:55:56Don't.
00:55:57And your young sister now telling how she might react to such an event.
00:56:02Grief can drive a person to dreadful and permanent choices.
00:56:13Perhaps it's time to reconsider your position.
00:56:19I'm certain we can make an arrangement.
00:56:30Are you okay?
00:56:32Hey, I need you to do something for me.
00:56:35Anything.
00:56:47If anything should happen to me, I need you to get this to my sister, Elowen Weaver.
00:56:53Of course.
00:56:55Please promise me.
00:56:56I promise, yeah.
00:56:58Weaver.
00:57:01Wait.
00:57:02Why is her last name different to yours?
00:57:06I need to tell you something.
00:57:20For you, for tonight, stay safe.
00:57:25Prince Theo.
00:57:40Presenting your majesty, King Raphael, ruler of Vindalaris.
00:57:46Also in attendance, Prince Theo, heir to the Vindalaris throne.
00:57:54Welcome, my subjects.
00:57:57Thank you so much for coming to celebrate the end of the most eligible eras.
00:58:03Without further ado, I'd love to introduce you to the three finalists.
00:58:09First, we have Miss Clementine Parker of Fairmeadow.
00:58:18Next, the beauty of Amber Helm and frontrunner, Miss Juliette Ashford.
00:58:27And finally, we have Alara Weaver from Shrewsbury.
00:58:45Now, please, everyone, take to the sides of the room, and as best as you can, cover any exits.
00:58:57Ladies, please take your weapons.
00:59:08It's time for the final task.
00:59:11The three of you must choose one to kill.
00:59:57Please take your weapons.
01:00:06Well done, ladies.
01:00:08What a show.
01:00:11Now, there can be only one.
01:00:16Fight.
01:00:19No.
01:00:20No, this can't be it.
01:00:22It was too much to ask for us to both make it out alive.
01:00:27Do what you have to do.
01:00:29No.
01:00:31I can't.
01:00:33I won't.
01:00:35I won't.
01:00:41I'm so sorry, Clementine.
01:00:44Kill her!
01:00:50That was for my brother!
01:00:54For my sister!
01:00:57For Shrewsbury!
01:01:01For me!
01:01:14Guards!
01:01:16Seize her!
01:01:18Stop!
01:01:21This whole competition is for me to choose who and what I want.
01:01:26And what I want is for this bloodshed to end.
01:01:33Lady Clementine Parker, you shall return home in second place.
01:01:42Alara Weaver of Shrewsbury, I choose you to be my partner, my bride, and my future queen.
01:01:54What a thrilling conclusion to the most eligible heiress.
01:01:59Son, bring your paramour to your quarters so we may finalize this.
01:02:06Let the festivities begin!
01:02:09Please, wait.
01:02:10We don't have much time.
01:02:11Give me one reason why I shouldn't kill you right now!
01:02:14I should let you.
01:02:15I know.
01:02:15I deserve it.
01:02:16But please, listen.
01:02:17I am not the enemy.
01:02:28I am not the enemy.
01:02:30Andrew?
01:02:33What's going on?
01:02:35Please, let me explain, okay?
01:02:37I am not the enemy.
01:02:39My father forced me to do all this because of a tradition against my will.
01:02:42So, I came up with a plan.
01:02:45My footman posed as me in the mask, and I became my footman.
01:02:49I wanted to know why the governess wanted you dead.
01:02:52And then I met you in the woods, and with each conversation we had, I fell more and more
01:02:57in love with you.
01:02:58And I couldn't bear the thought of not being with you, not kissing you.
01:03:03I choose you, and I will continue to choose you every single time.
01:03:07But you're the reason why Everett's dead!
01:03:11I have spent every single day for the past four years thinking about killing you!
01:03:16Don't you see?
01:03:17My father and the governess are the reason why your brother's dead.
01:03:21They plotted to kill him because they believe that anyone from Shrewsbury can't win.
01:03:24They think anyone from there is connected to the escaped princess.
01:03:27My mother always said that we are.
01:03:29I don't care about that, Alara.
01:03:31I would choose you if you were a peasant, and I would choose you if you were a princess.
01:03:35And from this day forward, I am choosing to protect you.
01:03:40We can protect each other.
01:03:41Can't you see that?
01:03:45My father is the enemy to the both of us.
01:03:49He killed your brother, and I'm pretty sure he killed Maeve too.
01:03:54We don't have much time, okay?
01:03:56I need you to help me take him down.
01:03:58I need to find out what secrets did he know.
01:04:00What is he keeping that he would kill his own heir?
01:04:05I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:19Is your name even Andrew?
01:04:22Maeve called me by my middle name.
01:04:26And I'd be honored if you called me Andrew too.
01:04:32Not wasting any time then, son.
01:04:37Well done, Miss Weaver.
01:04:44Now that you both had some respite, I need you both back inside to make a formal announcement of your
01:04:49marriage.
01:04:56I hope this is worth it, dear.
01:05:07He will get revenge.
01:05:09He will die.
01:05:10And he will never host one of these again, I swear.
01:05:21Ah, what an exhilarating day for us all.
01:05:25Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate.
01:05:31The pursuit of love.
01:05:34But most importantly, to root out the traitors and threats to the realm.
01:05:41Which is why I'd like to make dueling announcements.
01:05:45Firstly, the wedding of my son, Prince Theo.
01:05:50Which we plan to consummate in the fortnight.
01:05:59Second, concurrent to the wedding, we will commence on the next iteration of the most eligible heiress.
01:06:09What?
01:06:10What?
01:06:11Excitingly, we have a nominee with us here tonight.
01:06:18Father, let's discuss this in private.
01:06:22Shall we unveil our nominee?
01:06:27No, Ed!
01:06:28No!
01:06:29No!
01:06:30Stop, Miss Weaver.
01:06:32Unless you'd like me to execute your sister here and now.
01:06:34No!
01:06:40Seize them all!
01:06:41No!
01:06:43We have to go now.
01:06:46I want a Laura Weaver's hand!
01:06:49And I want it now!
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