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