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The Crown Jewel of the Family - True Heiress Returns Billionaire Brothers Romance Drama
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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.
00:15:57How orientated?
00:16:05Yes, quickly.
00:16:20They don't help me.
00:16:22Jesus goes to Bergam.
00:16:22And where do you eat?
00:16:26He's never-…
00:16:31I've got to be one of thieves must.
00:16:43Yes.
00:16:50Your Highness, the ladies were most impressive today.
00:16:55Though 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.
00:18:13I will find it, Mother.
00:18:19You must be the new servant, girl.
00:18:22You should be more careful next time.
00:18:25The governess does not appreciate tardiness. Off you go.
00:18:28I will find a book.
00:18:57I will find out.
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
00:19:28You 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 I advise you to mind your wits
00:19:45We just picked you to be the first of all
00:19:49Thankfully 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 how do they even know he's attractive?
00:20:06He's wearing that meticulous mask. He's the prince. It's good enough. I guess
00:20:12The pairings will be Clementine and Amina
00:20:16Jane and Aiko and finally Juliet and Alara
00:20:23Begin
00:20:43It's a shame this isn't a real sword
00:20:45You'd have already bled out or 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
00:21:02Shrewsbury was barely a challenge
00:21:03Thank you Juliet
00:21:06You are so gracious to put your body on the line
00:21:09You need to relax. I've never fought this way before
00:21:13Quicken and low
00:21:13You 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
00:21:39Stay light on your feet
00:21:41Parry any blows
00:21:42Why are you helping me?
00:21:44Why are you helping me?
00:21:44I was repaying debts
00:21:46Let's begin
00:21:58Finish this already
00:22:01Quick and nimble
00:22:08Make it quick
00:22:13Make it quick
00:22:14Make it quick
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
00:22:37Five 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 Edens?
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 Edens
00:23:24And 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
00:23:32I will kill you
00:23:34I swear on my prince
00:23:41The Edens
00:23:42The Edens were the original royal family
00:23:46There was always whisperings in Shrewsbury
00:23:48That the great famine was used to bury the truth
00:23:51The truth?
00:23:53That the Edens were usurped
00:23:56Hmm
00:23:59Some people would consider that perspective treason
00:24:01Well
00:24:03But in that case
00:24:05I am lucky to consider myself a skeptic
00:24:27Who 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
00:24:42When 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
00:25:09I miss that
00:25:11I don't think it's that bad
00:25:12You have tea? In Shrewsbury?
00:25:16Doubtful
00:25:17They don't have proper floors in their houses
00:25:26Is she okay?
00:25:28Oh, Clementine
00:25:35You don't look so good
00:25:38Neither do you
00:25:50To triumph in this contest
00:25:54One must summon fortitude of the mind at a moment's call
00:25:59Alas
00:26:01You are all poison
00:26:03Hm
00:26:04Four antidotes
00:26:05Four hopes
00:26:07In turn
00:26:08We 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
00:26:27What is it?
00:26:28A coffin
00:26:38Clementine
00:26:39Clementine
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
00:27:11What am I?
00:27:15Ice
00:27:16Correct
00:27:16She's from Grimfrost
00:27:19It appears
00:27:21That we only have one dose left
00:27:24And two contestants
00:27:26Who would like
00:27:28Please!
00:27:29I am ready
00:27:30Aiko
00:27:31I can crown a fool
00:27:34Or 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
00:27:48Incorrect
00:27:49The mirror
00:27:50The mirror
00:27:51The mirror
00:27:51The answer is the mirror
00:27:52That is correct
00:27:54But that is not your riddle
00:27:57The 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
00:28:10A secret!
00:28:14A secret!
00:28:15How fortunate!
00:28:36And she exits
00:28:38Farewell
00:28:40Farewell
00:28:52What was it like to
00:28:54Grow 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
00:29:13Shall 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!
00:29:28Why?
00:29:29Where did you get a dress like this?
00:29:33Elara, I want you alive
00:29:35I wouldn't poison you mine
00:29:40Am I not your competition?
00:29:43No!
00:29:44Actually, you're not
00:29:46Are we back to playing riddles again?
00:29:48I don't want to be married to the prince
00:29:49I only want the riches
00:29:51Because
00:29:53How much do you know about Fair Meadow?
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
00:31:10Much 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
00:31:26If 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, but 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
00:32:01I want you to look good for the prince
00:32:02Is 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
00:32:31How did you?
00:32:33And then
00:32:35I took my father's sword
00:32:38And slashed the boar's head
00:32:41Right off
00:32:50It was amazing
00:32:54Excuse me, your highness
00:32:55You are excused
00:32:57Andrew
00:33:03Now that we're alone
00:33:05Now that we're alone
00:33:07The real fun can begin
00:33:15Don't you think it'd be so much better if we just took this thing right off?
00:33:23Kinky
00:33:23Kinky
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
00:33:38Until you barged in
00:33:39Sadly, your time is up, Juliet
00:33:49Not yet
00:33:51Don't forget about me
00:33:58Good luck following that up
00:34:03I assume it went well
00:34:04If you would've given me ten more minutes, we would've 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 will 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
00:34:35I do enjoy a bit of mischief
00:34:37He
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
00:34:59She'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
00:35:11Keep your honey tongue
00:35:14It sweetens nothing I desire
00:35:18That's a shame
00:35:21Unfortunately 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
00:35:50Shall we?
00:35:58I asked the prince if he knew anything about the Eatons
00:36:01And?
00:36:02Did he ignore you completely?
00:36:04No
00:36:05But
00:36:07He 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, there'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
00:36:45Actually
00:36:46King Raphael seems so horrible
00:36:48I wouldn't even be surprised
00:36:53You possess a remarkable capacity for surprise
00:36:58To be honest with you
00:36:59But not to be honest with you
00:37:04What are you doing?
00:37:26um you are making me forget my matters in place that's definitely counting as
00:37:33then we better not get caught if you are betraying me i will drive this knife so far into your
00:37:42neck
00:37:42i swear to god then i must do what you say
00:38:05what are you thinking about simply longing for a repetition of a particular moment
00:38:11whatever is the obstacle
00:38:15because i uh i need to show you this stack earlier today i found this and i think would
00:38:22be beneficial if you read it do you think this could be proof of the famine whatever you do
00:38:29do not let anyone know you have this based on what's inside it could be really dangerous if
00:38:33you're caught with it
00:38:44how's your health quite well why the governess she must have been mistaken
00:38:54anyway if my footman happens to be her too can you let him know i need him at his convenience
00:38:59after he escorts you back of course
00:39:03certainly
00:39:10how can you stand to work for him actually for the whole royal family
00:39:14it's complicated the 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 so 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 rafael 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
00:39:51i need you to ride to the castle at once
00:39:54king rafael needs to be informed of my suspicions
00:39:57do not stop this is urgent
00:40:11can i tempt you to stay
00:40:13i wish
00:40:15but when the prince calls i must answer
00:40:34i'll be dreaming of that
00:40:44i'll be dreaming of that
00:40:50good morning your highness
00:40:52the rankings are as follows
00:40:54juliet jane clementine
00:40:57and elara
00:40:59no
00:40:59no
00:41:00elara holloway is number one
00:41:02do i need to remind you of your place governess
00:41:07no your highness
00:41:08it's merely that your father
00:41:10will be disappointed
00:41:28good 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
00:41:41about 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
00:42:16you currently hold that coveted spot
00:42:20you will be the crown
00:42:22for us today
00:42:35is that any way to greet your father
00:42:49that'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
00:43:04we'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
00:43:30ladies you three will stay with me while elara goes to hide
00:43:34illara
00:43:35you must survive in the manor for one hour before finding safety in your room there will be guards
00:43:43blocking there do you understand
00:43:45we also have spectators today before the match the king has asked to see the hunted
00:43:59yes
00:44:00yes
00:44:00governess
00:44:03ah
00:44:04the woman of the hour
00:44:06join us
00:44:08please
00:44:09seat
00:44:12welcome my dear
00:44:14i 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
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 for what i did nothing for 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 to the left of the painting
00:45:55from there you can get to your room easier than navigating the whole quarters
00:46:00thank 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 and be forced to make a run right towards us
00:46:30you will remain in the front in case she tries anything take a shot
00:46:37if you spot her and 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
00:46:54why don't you like her
00:46:56son
00:46:57you're still young but you must understand
00:47:01shrewsbury 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 there are larger things at play here son
00:47:10do not question me
00:47:11raising the point that i choose whom i want to marry father
00:47:18mave once told me the same
00:47:20she 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
00:47:48a 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 footman
00:48:23no why 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 i would never do that
00:48:30also i sort of support you having a little bit of fun
00:48:33before you win this whole thing 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 there's a deal with everyone but me
00:48:48you hurt my feelings
00:48:50clementine
00:48:51go to strap juliet
00:48:53be safe
00:49:00i can't wait to kill you
00:49:01and then win and go home and show all those rich nobles
00:49:04they never should have snubbed the future queen
00:49:19such 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
00:50:08are you really going to injure your only ally
00:50:10tell me what happened to jane
00:50:12she found allura in the servants quarters
00:50:15good girl
00:50:24why did he help me
00:50:33come forth
00:50:34come forth
00:50:36come forth
00:50:37come forth
00:50:37wherever you may be
00:50:42good
00:50:44the game has commenced
00:50:47what is the last name eden mean
00:50:50never utter that name again
00:50:54do you hear me
00:50:56i 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
00:51:13i found you
00:51:17i can't wait to kill you
00:51:19you say that so confidently
00:51:21because i will
00:51:23i've been training my whole life for this
00:51:26i've been promised prince theo since birth
00:51:30this competition is 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 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 run
00:51:57it's not for you
00:52:11elara
00:52:18what an exhilarating day
00:52:22it is a rare occasion when three contestants endure to the end
00:52:28the masquerade falls on the morrow
00:52:31make ready in your room the door will be locked for your own protection
00:52:37sleep well and may your dreams be kind
00:52:58you
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 going to lose you.
00:54:06Takes more than that to kill me.
00:54:09I hope so.
00:54:28I hope so.
00:54:30I hope so.
00:54:45I hope so.
00:55:13I 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 on Eton dust free in library.
00:55:43I shall put it thus, whatever 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, 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.
00:56:53Of course.
00:56:55Please promise me.
00:56:57I promise, yeah.
00:56:59Weaver.
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.
00:57:22For tonight.
00:57:24Stay safe.
00:57:25Prince Theo.
00:57:40Heir to the Vindalaris throne.
00:57:41Presenting 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 heiress.
00:58:03Without further ado, I'd love to introduce you to the three finalists.
00:58:10First, we have Miss Clementine Parker of Fair Meadow.
00:58:18Next, the beauty of Amberhelm and Frontrunner, Miss Juliette Ashford.
00:58:28And 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.
00:59:44Ah!
00:59:46Ah.
00:59:47Ah!
00:59:49Ah!
00:59:49Oh it is ok.
00:59:51motivations if you're and of all Уber-
00:59:54Likeday-
00:59:56Ah!
01:00:06well done ladies what a show now there can be only one fight
01:00:20no no this can't be it it was too much to ask for us to both make it out alive
01:00:27do what you have to do no I can't no I won't I won't
01:00:41I'm so sorry Clementine kill her
01:00:50that was for my brother
01:00:54for my sister
01:00:56for Shrewsbury
01:01:01for me
01:01:14guards
01:01:15Caesar
01:01:17stop
01:01:21this whole competition is for me to choose who and what I want and what I want is for
01:01:27this bloodshed to end
01:01:33lady Clementine Parker
01:01:36you shall return home in second place
01:01:42Alara Weaver of Shrewsbury
01:01:45I choose you to be my partner
01:01:48my bride
01:01:49and my future queen
01:01:53what a thrilling conclusion to the most eligible heiress
01:01:59son bring your paramour to your quarter 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 I know I deserve it
01:02:16but please listen I am not the enemy
01:02:30Andrew
01:02:33what's going on
01:02:34please
01:02:36let 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 the plan
01:02:45my footman poses 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
01:03:00not kissing you
01:03:03I choose you
01:03:04and 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
01:03:20they 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
01:03:33and 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
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
01:03:56I need you to help me take him down
01:03:58I need to find out what secrets
01:04:00did he know what is he keeping that he would kill his own heir
01:04:06I'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
01:04:38well done Miss Weaver
01:04:44now that you both had some respite
01:04:46I need you both back inside to make a formal announcement of your marriage
01:04:56I hope this is worth it dear
01:05:08we will get revenge
01:05:09he will die
01:05:10and he will never host one of these again
01:05:12I swear
01:05:21what an exhilarating day for us all
01:05:25truly
01:05:27this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate
01:05:32the pursuit of love
01:05:34but most importantly
01:05:36to root out the traitors
01:05:39and threats to the realm
01:05:41which is why
01:05:43I'd like to make dueling announcements
01:05:45firstly
01:05:46the wedding of my son
01:05:48Prince Theo
01:05:49which we plan to consummate
01:05:52in the fortnight
01:05:59second
01:06:00concurrent to the wedding
01:06:02we will commence
01:06:04on the next iteration
01:06:06of the most eligible heiress
01:06:08what
01:06:11excitingly
01:06:11we have a nominee with us here
01:06:15tonight
01:06:18father
01:06:18let's discuss this in private
01:06:22shall we unveil our nominee
01:06:30stop Miss Weaver
01:06:32unless you'd like me to execute your sister here and now
01:06:40seize them all
01:06:44we have to go now
01:06:46I want to Laura Weaver's hands
01:06:48and I want it now
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