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00:00:04A 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 Vindishur, whose walls held firm and whose grain endured.
00:00:45Thus, the new king made Vindishur 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.
00:01:07What an exhilarating day for us all. Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate. The
00:01:18pursuit of love.
00:01:20But 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.
00:01:35What? What? Excitingly, we have a nominee with us here tonight!
00:01:44Shall we unveil our nominee?
00:01:49No! No!
00:01:56Hilara, you shouldn't!
00:01:58Why haven't you confirmed that I am the nominee?
00:02:00While I understand why...
00:02:01No! You don't.
00:02:05Perhaps, but there's more to account for than your wants. We are in a dire position. It's imperative. Whomever represents
00:02:12this county must be able to make it deep into the competition.
00:02:16I am by far the best trained that you can...
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 was evil.
00:02:40But there is a whole county of people for whom I am the guardian.
00:02:45You are a bureaucrat.
00:02:48If we place last, everyone will starve. Your mother and sister included. Think 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. I'm certain those 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.
00:03:38I 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 again.
00:03:53I won't.
00:03:54I won't, Mother.
00:03:58Are you actually leaving us?
00:04:07Elowen, I have to do this.
00:04:10What if you...
00:04:11I won't.
00:04:13He taught me everything I know.
00:04:16I promise to win.
00:04:19Everett promised me the same thing.
00:04:22I know.
00:04:24You 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.
00:04:56Elowen.
00:04:58You majesty, I must offer my condolences for Princess Maeve tragedy.
00:05:03There is always trouble in our time.
00:05:06How goes the mana preparations?
00:05:08I 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.
00:05:22Hmm.
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.
00:05:55Compellingly, we have another member of the Matsumoto clan.
00:05:58Oh, so winning this competition is in their bloodlines.
00:06:02The Matsumotos have sent their daughter, Aiko, to compete.
00:06:06She is known for her agility and balance.
00:06:09Who else?
00:06:10Jane and Miobi.
00:06:12The 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.
00:06:22The 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.
00:06:36You 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.
00:07:06The future queen must be smart, savvy, and know the woods.
00:07:09There are traps and deadly contestants in your way.
00:07:12The 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?
00:07:48I 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.
00:08:20If you're ever in the woods had a loss, always remember to find the moss.
00:08:32If you're ever in the woods, 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.
00:08:57It 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-I-I would never overstep my bounds.
00:09:17That 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.
00:09:43We have orders from the governess.
00:09:45We must find the Shrewsbury girl.
00:09:51Here.
00:09:52This 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 princess for us footmen.
00:10:02And I'm the most eligible heiress.
00:10:05Now, if you'll excuse me.
00:10:11Quick.
00:10:12She should be close.
00:10:14You're welcome.
00:10:16Again.
00:10:20Over there.
00:10:22You're first.
00:10:24Which will certainly impress the prince.
00:10:31I am in your debt.
00:10:50Lara Holloway of Shrewsbury.
00:10:54Allow me to offer my congratulations on your most unexpected success.
00:11:00Perhaps something to become accustomed to.
00:11:02How 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.
00:11:15I had every expectation of brilliance, but your brother does cast a long shadow.
00:11:35Miss Masood, 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.
00:12:08Where'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.
00:12:35Mind the wound tightly.
00:12:44Only one of you will be the most eligible heiress.
00:12:49The 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, well, that is often the king's favorite.
00:13:10One last thing.
00:13:11There will be no fraternizing with the servants.
00:13:15They are here to work.
00:13:18If 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.
00:13:32I will return in due course.
00:13:50I'd be happy to escort you to your room.
00:13:54You know, I'd be happy to escort you to your room.
00:13:57I 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.
00:14:50Why 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.
00:15:02For her.
00:15:05I recently lost my sister.
00:15:08Losing a sibling is really hard.
00:15:15You've become a target.
00:15:17You 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.
00:15:44I hope you live long enough for me to see you in this, Prince Theo.
00:15:48I don't want to see you in this, Prince Theo.
00:15:56This star could feed us for years.
00:16:00No, don't you?
00:16:00No.
00:16:10No, no, no!
00:16:10No, no!
00:16:11No, no.
00:16:11No, no.
00:16:23No, no, no.
00:16:24No, no.
00:16:31I've got to be one of thieves' lusts.
00:16:43Yes!
00:16:51Your 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.
00:17:06As 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.
00:17:22Then so be it.
00:17:27You don't need to be here.
00:17:29Letters day.
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.
00:17:43Must 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.
00:18:04I will find it, Mother.
00:18:08Who goes there?
00:18:12Please 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. Off you go.
00:18:47Sneaking around the castle, are we?
00:18:52Shouldn't you be standing guard of the prince's quarters?
00:18:55It's difficult to get him to sleep without a bedtime towel, perhaps.
00:18:59I 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.
00:19:28You 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.
00:19:59The 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 meticulous mask.
00:20:08He's the prince. He's good enough, I guess.
00:20:10The pairings will be Clementine and Amina, Jane and Aiko, and finally Juliet and Alara.
00:20:23Begin.
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...
00:20:59I'd be happy to fight again, governess.
00:21:02Shrewsbury was barely a challenge.
00:21:04Thank you, Juliet.
00:21:06You are so gracious to put your body on the line.
00:21:09You need to relax.
00:21:11I've never fought this way before.
00:21:13Like an animal.
00:21:14You only need one hit for victory.
00:21:25The final fight will be between Amina and Alara.
00:21:31In this round, the rules have changed.
00:21:34Only one of you will remain in competition.
00:21:38I know.
00:21:38It sucks.
00:21:40Stay light on your feet.
00:21:41Parry any blows.
00:21:43Why are you helping me?
00:21:44I always repay my debts.
00:21:46Let's begin.
00:21:59Finish this already.
00:22:00Quick and nimble.
00:22:02Quick and nimble.
00:22:03Quick and nimble.
00:22:27Amina would have been a beautiful queen.
00:22:30Henceforth, the resources to the Silver Keep shall be greatly reduced.
00:22:36How thrilling.
00:22:38Five of you move on to the next trial.
00:22:56Five of you move on to the next trial.
00:23:00Is this what you're after?
00:23:05Perhaps.
00:23:07Are you following me?
00:23:09Why 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.
00:23:30If this is a trick, I will kill you.
00:23:34I swear on my prince.
00:23:41The Eatons were the original royal family.
00:23:45There was always whisperings in Shrewsbury that the Great Famine was used to bury the truth.
00:23:51The truth?
00:23:53That the Eatons were usurped.
00:23:56Hmm.
00:23:59Some people would consider that perspective treason.
00:24:01Well, but in that case, I am lucky to consider myself a skeptic.
00:24:28Who are you really?
00:24:31What makes you so interested?
00:24:33The governess wants you dead.
00:24:35She 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.
00:24:52Now show me to this family tree section.
00:24:54Go.
00:25:07This tea just isn't the same as home.
00:25:09Hmm.
00:25:10I miss that.
00:25:11I don't think it's that bad.
00:25:13You have tea?
00:25:14In Shrewsbury?
00:25:15Doubtful.
00:25:17They don't have proper floors in their houses.
00:25:26Is she okay?
00:25:33Clementine.
00:25:36You 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.
00:26:01You are all poison.
00:26:03Hmm.
00:26:04Four antidotes, four hopes.
00:26:07In turn, we shall pose riddles.
00:26:10A right answer grants life.
00:26:15Juliet.
00:26:15Juliet.
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.
00:26:27What 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.
00:27:03Jane.
00:27:04Cold makes me calm.
00:27:07Heat makes me mad.
00:27:09I break before I bend.
00:27:12What am I?
00:27:15Ice.
00:27:16Correct.
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-
00:27:28Please!
00:27:29I am ready.
00:27:31Aiko.
00:27:32I can crown a fool or expose a queen.
00:27:36Yet, I have no tongue.
00:27:38Only reflection.
00:27:41It's so simple.
00:27:44Time's up.
00:27:46A diamond.
00:27:49Incorrect.
00:27:49The mirror.
00:27:50The mirror.
00:27:51The mirror.
00:27:51The answer is a mirror.
00:27:52That is correct.
00:27:53But that is not your riddle.
00:27:58The poison must be setting in.
00:28:02Elara.
00:28:03I am born when two lie.
00:28:06But die when one tells the truth.
00:28:13A secret.
00:28:14A secret.
00:28:15How fortunate.
00:28:19How fortunate.
00:28:36And she exits.
00:28:40Farewell.
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.
00:29:12Seeing 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.
00:29:27Oh, my.
00:29:29Where 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?
00:29:44No. Actually, you're not.
00:29:46Are we back to playing riddles again?
00:29:48I don't want to be married to the prince.
00:29:50I only want the riches.
00:29:53How 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.
00:30:32Everyone likes to place a bet.
00:30:34And you.
00:30:37You are my fortune incarnate.
00:30:46So, why not bet on yourself?
00:30:49Take the money and the crown.
00:30:51One, I'm not so sure I could win.
00:30:55Two, you by far have the most profitable odds.
00:30:59After the first day, I sent my family instructions to bet every last piece of gold on you winning.
00:31:06Well, I am honored.
00:31:09You certainly seem confident.
00:31:11Much like my father, I like a favorable bet.
00:31:15And in exchange for your help?
00:31:18You let me live.
00:31:20Often times there's only one heiress remaining,
00:31:22but it's not uncommon for the winner to take mercy on the competitor if 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.
00:31:38Why 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 gonna 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.
00:32:20Alright, it's time for my departure.
00:32:24Oh, and don't spend too much time carrying on with that footman of his.
00:32:29Guessing he's the jealous type.
00:32:30Uh, how did you?
00:32:32And then,
00:32:35I took my father's sword
00:32:38and slashed the boar's head right off.
00:32:50It was amazing.
00:32:54Excuse me, your highness.
00:32:56You're all excused, Andrew.
00:33:04Now 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, looks like you're having a good time, your highness.
00:33:37I sure was, until you barged in.
00:33:39Sadly, your time is up, Juliet.
00:33:52Don't forget about me.
00:33:58Good luck following that up.
00:34:03I assume it went well.
00:34:05If you would have given me ten more minutes,
00:34:07we would have been in the bed.
00:34:08I gave you the most time.
00:34:10Now, I need you to fulfill your end of the deal.
00:34:14Why do you care so much about that peasant girl?
00:34:16That's none of your concern.
00:34:17But, I 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 duns in Fairmeadow.
00:34:33He could get into some good trouble.
00:34:36I do enjoy a bit of mischief.
00:34:42Miss Parker, your time is up.
00:34:44Please 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.
00:34:58No.
00:34:59She's...
00:35:00not feeling well.
00:35:07Why are you here?
00:35:08I had to see the most beautiful woman here with my own two eyes.
00:35:12Keep your honey tongue.
00:35:14It sweetens nothing I desire.
00:35:18That's a shame.
00:35:21Unfortunately for you, I have a date with the Prince.
00:35:25Actually, you don't.
00:35:29He's retired to his room for the evening.
00:35:32But fortunately for you, I'm here to report back to Prince Theo about your sparkling personality.
00:35:39Plus, I could never let you waste a look as stunning as this.
00:35:44You deserve to be seen, even if it's just by me.
00:35:50Shall we?
00:35:58I asked the Prince if he knew anything about the Eatons.
00:36:01And?
00:36:02Did he ignore you completely?
00:36:05No.
00:36:06But...
00:36:07he did sneak into the governess' study and steal this.
00:36:12What is this?
00:36:13It's the governess' official log.
00:36:16She writes everything down.
00:36:19I had a quick look through there.
00:36:20There's some good leads.
00:36:22Leads?
00:36:23Leads on what?
00:36:25I don't think Princess Maeve died of natural causes.
00:36:28You think the king killed her?
00:36:31You 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.
00:36:42What?
00:36:45Actually, King Raphael seems so horrible, I wouldn't even be surprised.
00:36:53You possess a remarkable capacity for surprise.
00:37:13yeah, let's be what happened there.
00:37:13You love to me.
00:37:14I'm not expecting a living in the house.
00:37:15You're probably not keeping it in the house.
00:37:15You're supposed to say, you don't want to take the house .
00:37:15What are you doing?
00:37:15I don't want to take it to you.
00:37:16You're supposed to be the house.
00:37:16No.
00:37:18I don't want to take it to you.
00:37:18Well there, I don't want to take it to you.
00:37:19I just want to take it...
00:37:21Do you?
00:37:26you are making me
00:37:28forget my matters in place
00:37:31that's definitely counting as
00:37:32Friday 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
00:37:41into your neck
00:37:42I swear to you
00:37:43then I must do what you say
00:38:04what are you thinking about
00:38:06simply longing
00:38:08for a repetition of a particular moment
00:38:10whatever is the obstacle
00:38:14because I
00:38:16I need to show you
00:38:17this stack
00:38:20earlier today I found this
00:38:22and I think it would be beneficial
00:38:23if you read it
00:38:25do you think this could be proof
00:38:26of the famine
00:38:28whatever you do
00:38:28do not let anyone know you have this
00:38:31based on what's inside
00:38:32it could be really dangerous
00:38:33if you're caught with it
00:38:44how's your health
00:38:45quite well
00:38:47why
00:38:49the governess
00:38:51she must have been mistaken
00:38:54anyway if my footman
00:38:55happens to be her too
00:38:56can you let him know
00:38:57I need him at his convenience
00:38:59after he escorts you back
00:39:01of course
00:39:03certainly
00:39:10how 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
00:39:17is incredibly sheltered
00:39:18compared to the rest of the realm
00:39:19because that's an acceptable excuse
00:39:22well working for them
00:39:23means I am too
00:39:25I never knew what was going on
00:39:26in Shrewsbury
00:39:26till 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
00:39:34would never allow that
00:39:35he lives a life of luxury
00:39:36while 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
00:39:51I need you to ride to the castle at once
00:39:53King Raphael needs to be informed of my suspicions
00:39:57do not stop
00:39:58this is urgent
00:40:11can I tempt you to stay
00:40:13I wish
00:40:15but when the prince calls
00:40:17I must answer
00:40:34I'll be dreaming of that
00:40:50good morning your highness
00:40:52the rankings are as follows
00:40:54Juliet
00:40:55Jane
00:40:56Clementine
00:40:57and Elara
00:40:59no
00:40:59no
00:41:00Elara Holloway
00:41:02is number one
00:41:03do I need to remind you
00:41:04of your place
00:41:05governess
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
00:41:38hounds and the crown
00:41:39we need to talk about what
00:41:42you're fraternizing with the strapping footmen
00:41:45the 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
00:42:35is 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
00:43:02lighten up my son we'll have a lovely lunch while they all hunt each other
00:43:09and we can catch up on everything that I've missed here
00:43:30ladies 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
00:43:45we also have spectators today before the match
00:43:51the king has asked to see the hunted
00:43:59yes
00:44:00governess
00:44:03ah
00:44:04the woman of the hour
00:44:07join us
00:44:08please
00:44:09seat
00:44:12welcome my dear
00:44:13I must extend congratulations to you
00:44:16on 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
00:44:30here
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
00:44:49and how do you plan on doing that
00:44:53well
00:44:54by becoming the most eligible heiress
00:44:56naturally
00:45:00we'll see dear
00:45:02but first I must ask
00:45:04Holloway
00:45:06such an interesting surname
00:45:11I 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?
00:45:45I did nothing
00:45:45for standing up to him
00:45:47no one does that
00:45:50if 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
00:45:57than navigating the whole quarters
00:46:01thank you
00:46:01good luck
00:46:02I'll be waiting
00:46:07everything is ready your majesty
00:46:09I 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
00:46:25and be forced to make a run
00:46:26right towards us
00:46:30you will remain in the front
00:46:33in case she tries anything
00:46:35take a shot
00:46:37if you spot her
00:46:39and call out
00:46:40we 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
00:46:57you're still young
00:46:58but you must understand
00:47:01Shrewsbury is the reason
00:47:02for the great famine
00:47:03that was a hundred years ago
00:47:06must they still be punished?
00:47:08yes
00:47:08there are larger things
00:47:09at play here son
00:47:10do not question me
00:47:11isn't the point
00:47:11did I choose
00:47:12whom I want to marry father?
00:47:18Maeve once told me the same
00:47:20she wasn't wrong though
00:47:21was she?
00:47:23she was very wrong
00:47:24this competition
00:47:26isn't about love
00:47:28it's about maintaining
00:47:30power
00:47:42Jane
00:47:47a 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
00:48:22about the footman?
00:48:23no
00:48:23why would I?
00:48:24to get rid of me
00:48:25to get me killed
00:48:25I'm not Juliet
00:48:27we're allies
00:48:28I would never do that
00:48:30also
00:48:30I sort of support you
00:48:31having a little bit of fun
00:48:33before you win this whole thing
00:48:34and get locked into
00:48:34a loveless marriage
00:48:36thank you
00:48:38there's another thing
00:48:39I should tell you
00:48:41I also made a deal
00:48:42with Juliet
00:48:43what?
00:48:44there's a deal
00:48:44with everyone
00:48:45but me?
00:48:48you hurt my feelings
00:48:50Clementine
00:48:51go to Strat Juliet
00:48:53be safe
00:49:00I can't wait
00:49:01to kill you
00:49:01and then win
00:49:02and go home
00:49:03and show all those
00:49:03rich nobles
00:49:04they never should have
00:49:06snubbed the future queen
00:49:19shut
00:49:20and an easy kill
00:49:21I almost thought
00:49:23you could actually
00:49:34so much blood
00:49:36on your hands
00:49:43the hour is almost over
00:49:45have you seen her?
00:49:47no
00:49:47I haven't
00:50:06you're lying to me
00:50:08are you really gonna
00:50:09injure your only ally?
00:50:10tell me what happened
00:50:11to Jane
00:50:12she found Alara
00:50:13in the servants quarters
00:50:15good girl
00:50:23why did he help me?
00:50:32come forth
00:50:34come forth
00:50:36wherever you may be
00:50:42good
00:50:43the game has commenced
00:50:47what does the last name
00:50:48Eaton mean?
00:50:50never
00:50:51utter that name again
00:50:54do you hear me?
00:50:55I hear you father
00:50:58good
00:51:01then we shall go
00:51:02to the young lady's quarters
00:51:04I sense an end coming
00:51:12there you are
00:51:13I found you
00:51:17I can't wait to kill you
00:51:19you say that so confidently
00:51:20because I will
00:51:23I've been training
00:51:24my whole life
00:51:25for this
00:51:26I've been promised
00:51:27Prince Theo
00:51:28since birth
00:51:29this competition
00:51:31is mine to win
00:51:32no 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
00:51:40never 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
00:52:10Elara
00:52:17what an exhilarating day
00:52:21it is a rare occasion
00:52:23when three contestants
00:52:25endure to the end
00:52:28the masquerade falls
00:52:29on the morrow
00:52:30make ready in your room
00:52:32the door will be locked
00:52:33for your own protection
00:52:37sleep well
00:52:38and may your dreams
00:52:40be kind
00:52:41I am not sure
00:52:41need my dreams
00:52:43I am not okay
00:52:49but otherwise
00:52:52I am not sure
00:52:56I am not sure
00:52:56I mean the mortgage
00:52:56like my needs
00:52:58you're not sure
00:53:10that you don't
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.
00:53:52Where your own head will be on the line.
00:54:03I thought I was going to lose you.
00:54:06Takes more than that to kill me.
00:54:08I hope so.
00:54:11I hope so.
00:54:14I hope so.
00:54:30I hope so.
00:54:33I hope so.
00:54:38I don't know.
00:55:14I hope I'm not disturbing you.
00:55:16Well, that would just be impossible.
00:55:18I 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 safely in Shrewsbury all
00:55:34these years.
00:55:35I'm afraid I just don't know what you're talking about.
00:55:38Yet all the books uneaten, dust-free in library.
00:55:44I 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?
00:55:56I don't.
00:55:57And your young sister now telling how she might react to such an event, grief can drive a person to
00:56:05dreadful and permanent choices.
00:56:13Perhaps it's time to reconsider your position.
00:56:19I'm certain we can make an arrangement.
00:56:31Are 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.
00:56:54Of course.
00:56:55Please promise me.
00:56:57I promise, yeah.
00:56:59Weaver.
00:57:01Wait.
00:57:03Why is her last name different to yours?
00:57:06I need to tell you something.
00:57:20For you.
00:57:22For tonight.
00:57:24Stay 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.
00:57:55Welcome, my subject.
00:57:56Thank you so much for coming to celebrate the end of the most eligible heiress.
00:58:04Without 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 Amberhelm 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, please, take your weapons.
00:59:08It's time for the final task.
00:59:11The three of you must choose one to kill.
00:59:40Oh, my God.
00:59:45Ah!
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.
01:00:34No, I 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!
01:00:58For Shrewsbury!
01:01:01For me!
01:01:03For me!
01:01:15Guards!
01:01:16Caesar!
01:01:18Stop!
01:01:22This 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.
01:01:58Son, bring your paramour to your quarters so we may finalize this.
01:02:06Let the festivities begin!
01:02:09Please wait, we 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 I deserve it.
01:02:16But please, listen.
01:02:18I am not the enemy.
01:02:30Andrew?
01:02:33What's going on?
01:02:35Please, let me explain, okay?
01:02:38I 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 the 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...
01:02:55With each conversation we had, I fell more and more in love with you.
01:02:58And I couldn't bear the thought of not being with you.
01:03:01Not kissing you.
01:03:03I choose you.
01:03:05And I will continue to choose you every single time.
01:03:08But 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?
01:03:18My 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 could protect each other, can't you see that?
01:03:45My father is the enemy.
01:03:47To the both of us.
01:03:49He killed your brother.
01:03:51And I'm pretty sure he killed Maeve too.
01:03:55We 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?
01:04:06I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:07I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:17I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:20I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:20Is your name even Andrew?
01:04:23Maeve 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.
01:05:08We will get revenge.
01:05:09He will die.
01:05:11And he will never host one of these again, I swear.
01:05:21Ah, what an exhilarating day for us all.
01:05:26Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate.
01:05:32The pursuit of love.
01:05:35But 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? What?
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 way! No! No!
01:06:30Stop, Miss Weaver, unless you'd like me to execute your sister here and now.
01:06:34No! No! No! No!
01:06:43We have to go... Now!
01:06:46I want a Lara Weaver's hand!
01:06:49And I want it... NOW!
01:06:50No!
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