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00:00:04A hundred years passed. The realm was undone by its own celebration. At the wedding feast of
00:00:13Princess Rosalie and Lord Varden Hawthorne, the fields of Shrewsbury gave forth their first
00:00:20poisoned harvest, and the royal table was its victim. All who supped that night perished,
00:00:27save one, Prince Varden, who was too anxious to eat. By dawn, he was king. The blight spread swiftly
00:00:38through all the shires except Vindishur, whose walls held firm and whose grain endured. Thus,
00:00:46the new king made Vindishur the seat of power, but gave back to the blighted counties a competition
00:00:55soaked in blood. We honor that competition with the legacy of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:06Hmm. What an exhilarating day for us all. Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to
00:01:16celebrate. The pursuit of love. But most importantly, to root out the traitors and threats to the realm.
00:01:27Concurrent to the wedding, we will commence on the next iteration of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:35What? What?
00:01:37Excitingly, we have a nominee with us here tonight!
00:01:44Shall we unveil our nominee?
00:01:49No! No!
00:01:56Ilara, 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.
00:02:04Perhaps. But there's more to account for than your wants.
00:02:08We are in a dire position. It's imperative. Whomever represents this county must be able to make it deep into
00:02:14the competition.
00:02:16I am by far the best trained that you...
00:02:19That is not the issue!
00:02:21If they find out your true family name,
00:02:25they'll kill you.
00:02:26But I do...
00:02:27They'll break the competition.
00:02:28You will die.
00:02:29And the county will be left with nothing.
00:02:32No. They cannot possibly do that again.
00:02:35I understand.
00:02:36What happened to Everett...
00:02:38was evil.
00:02:40But there is a whole county of people for whom I am the guardian.
00:02:45You are a bureaucrat.
00:02:48If we place last...
00:02:52everyone will starve.
00:02:54Your mother and sister included.
00:02:56Think of Elowen.
00:02:57That's why I'm the only option.
00:03:06I have little to offer.
00:03:08What is this?
00:03:10I gave the same token to Everett before he left.
00:03:12I'm certain...
00:03:14those last letters were meaningful.
00:03:22Mother, are you awake?
00:03:26Hmm...
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.
00:03:51I'm going to do that now.
00:03:52Never forget.
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.
00:04:20Everett promised me the same thing.
00:04:22I know.
00:04:24You promised me too.
00:04:27Here.
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.
00:04:58Your Majesty, I must offer my condolences for Princess Maeve, tragedy.
00:05:03There is always trouble in our time.
00:05:06How goes the manor preparations?
00:05:08I do believe this year is set to be the greatest in recent memory.
00:05:13Good.
00:05:15And 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?
00:05:25The young lady from Emberhelm, Juliette Ashford,
00:05:29chose the most promise this year.
00:05:31By reports, she's deeply adept with the sword.
00:05:34And has a confident disposition.
00:05:36Pick up those bags.
00:05:40Ever the obedient one, aren't you?
00:05:43Fair medals maiden is Clementine Parker.
00:05:47The Duke's gambling debts have put his family in a precarious situation.
00:05:51Her entry is truly an act of courage.
00:05:54Compellingly, we have another member of the Matsumoto clan.
00:05:58Oh, so winning this competition is in their bloodlines.
00:06:02The 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 the Obi.
00:06:12The whispers from the realm tell me she's quite strong, but perhaps a bit dimwitted.
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.
00:06:34Elara Halloway.
00:06:36You needn't concern yourself.
00:06:38Let there be no more Shrewsbury mistakes.
00:06:40The 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?
00:07:52Aaaaaah!
00:07:57Too slow.
00:07:58Aaaaaah!
00:08:07If you're ever in the woods had a loss, always remember to find the moss.
00:08:33Lovely hairpin.
00:08:36There'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...
00:09:10Are you instructing the future heir on how to behave?
00:09:13No, your highness.
00:09:14I 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.
00:09:38Ah!
00:09:43We have orders from the governess.
00:09:45We must find the Shrewsbury girl.
00:09:53I'm glad you're going to meet your acquaintance.
00:09:56Much has been spoken about you.
00:09:58Much has been spoken about you.
00:09:58I don't have time for this.
00:10:00I'm Andrew, the prince's first footman
00:10:02And I'm the most eligible heiress
00:10:05Now, if you'll excuse me
00:10:11Quick, she should be close
00:10:15You're welcome
00:10:16Again
00:10:21Over there
00:10:21You're first
00:10:24Which will certainly impress the prince
00:10:27Thank you
00:10:31I am in your debt
00:10:51Elara Halloway of Shrewsbury
00:10:53Allow me to offer my congratulations
00:10:56On your most unexpected success
00:10:59Perhaps 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
00:11:15So I had every expectation of brilliance
00:11:17But your brother does cast a long shadow
00:11:35Miss Masood
00:11:37What a mercy you have escaped the woods appetite
00:11:41My 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
00:11:57Shrewsbury has claimed first arrival
00:11:59By right of the rules, the finest room in the manor shall be hers
00:12:05Fortune does favor the swift
00:12:07Where's Prince Theo?
00:12:09All in due time, dear Juliet
00:12:15Regrettably, as last to arrive
00:12:19You must accept the handicap that accompanies such tardiness
00:12:32Let this be your last failing
00:12:35Bind the wound tightly
00:12:44Only one of you will be the most eligible heiress
00:12:49The victory is within your control
00:12:54Tomorrow will be a spirited contest of arms
00:12:58Advance and you shall face a battle of wits
00:13:01And if you're lucky enough to get to the third task
00:13:05Well, that is often the king's favorite
00:13:10One last thing
00:13:11There will be no fraternizing with the servants
00:13:15They are here to work
00:13:17If you are found violating this
00:13:21You will be removed from the competition
00:13:25I will escort all of you to your rooms
00:13:28Except you
00:13:29Stay 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
00:14:01Yeah, 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
00:14:09Don't worry
00:14:15I'm not
00:14:21Does 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
00:14:35Thank you
00:14:38For the official escort
00:14:41Now go
00:14:42Before we get caught
00:14:50Why did you choose to do this?
00:14:53My older brother died a couple of years ago
00:14:56And
00:14:58If I want my little sister to have a better life
00:15:00Then 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
00:15:20I 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
00:15:47Prince Theo
00:15:56This sword could feed us for years
00:15:57I don't want to see you in this
00:16:31You've got to be
00:16:38One of thieves must
00:16:43Yes
00:16:50Your highness
00:16:52The ladies were most impressive today
00:16:55Though they did inquire about
00:16:58Your whereabouts
00:16:59And
00:17:00Tradition dictates
00:17:01I'm the heir to the throne
00:17:03I will act in the way of my choosing
00:17:05As is your God-given right
00:17:08Is that the whole of it?
00:17:10I'm growing tired of this conversation
00:17:12If I may
00:17:13The circumstances of tomorrow's games
00:17:16Are such that it would be
00:17:18Most respectful
00:17:19To have you in attendance
00:17:22Then so be it
00:17:27You don't need to be here
00:17:29Letters day
00:17:31Fine
00:17:31When you get to the manor
00:17:33You must try to get into the library alone
00:17:36You must try to find
00:17:38A book
00:17:39About the Eaton family
00:17:41Or written by a family member
00:17:42Must we revisit this?
00:17:44They've not destroyed history
00:17:46They've just distorted it
00:17:47There's proof in there
00:17:51I will find it, Mother
00:18:08Who goes there?
00:18:12Please don't threaten me, sir
00:18:13I was merely grabbing this
00:18:15On the governess's orders
00:18:16She'll have in my head
00:18:17If I don't return soon
00:18:19You must be the new servant, girl
00:18:22You should be more careful next time
00:18:24The governess does not appreciate tardiness
00:18:27Off you go
00:18:47Sneaking around the castle, are we?
00:18:53Shouldn't you be standing guard
00:18:54At the prince's quarters?
00:18:55It's difficult to get him to sleep
00:18:56Without a bedtime tale, perhaps
00:18:59I should probably read it first
00:19:00To ensure it's suitable
00:19:02For the prince's precious eyes
00:19:05That is very, very kind of you
00:19:14You better sneak off
00:19:15Before we're caught fraternizing
00:19:21Trust you all are rested
00:19:23Today, we highlight your ability
00:19:26With a sword
00:19:27You will be paired up
00:19:29In a series of duels
00:19:30Win, and you earn your safety
00:19:33Lose, and you shall fight again
00:19:36I 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
00:19:45And we just picked you
00:19:46To be the first to fall
00:19:48Thankfully, Prince Theo
00:19:50Has honored us
00:19:52With his presence today
00:19:59Most handsome man I've seen
00:20:02He is as I expected
00:20:04How do they even know he's attractive?
00:20:06He's wearing that ridiculous mask
00:20:08He's the prince
00:20:09He's good enough, I guess
00:20:11The pairings will be Clementine
00:20:15And Amina
00:20:16Jane and Aiko
00:20:18And finally, Juliet
00:20:20And Alara
00:20:23Begin
00:20:43It's a shame this isn't a real sword
00:20:45You'd have already bled out
00:20:46Or I'd have cut you to pieces
00:20:48Before you could even land a hit
00:20:52The next pairings are
00:20:54Alara versus Aiko
00:20:57And Amina
00:20:59I'd be happy to fight again, governess
00:21:01Shrewsbury was barely a challenge
00:21:03Thank you, Juliet
00:21:05You are so gracious
00:21:07To put your body on the line
00:21:09You need to relax
00:21:11I've never fought this way before
00:21:13Quicken and wrong
00:21:13You only need one hit for victory
00:21:26The final fight
00:21:27Will be between Amina
00:21:29And Alara
00:21:30In this round
00:21:32The rules have changed
00:21:33Only one of you
00:21:35Will remain in competition
00:21:37I know
00:21:38It sucks
00:21:39Stay light on your feet
00:21:41Parry any blows
00:21:42Why are you helping me?
00:21:44How is your payment debts?
00:21:46Let's begin
00:21:58Finish this already
00:22:00Quick and nimble
00:22:01Quick and nimble
00:22:08Make it quick
00:22:13Make it quick
00:22:27Amina would have been a beautiful queen
00:22:29Henceforth
00:22:31The resources to the silver keep
00:22:33Shall be greatly reduced
00:22:35How thrilling
00:22:37Five of you
00:22:38Move on to the next trial
00:23:00Is this what you're after?
00:23:04Perhaps
00:23:07Are you following me?
00:23:09Why do you care so much
00:23:10About the Eatons?
00:23:12Must a young lady's interest
00:23:14In history be deemed
00:23:15So unseemly
00:23:17If I may
00:23:19We can work together
00:23:20We can work together you know
00:23:22You tell me why you care so much
00:23:24About the Eatons
00:23:24And I'll not only give you this book
00:23:27But I'll show you
00:23:27Where 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 Eatons
00:23:43The Eatons
00:23:43Were the original royal family
00:23:45There was always whisperings
00:23:47In Shrewsbury
00:23:48That the great famine
00:23:49Was used to bury the truth
00:23:50The truth
00:23:53That the Eatons
00:23:54Were usurped
00:23:58Some people would consider
00:24:00That perspective treason
00:24:01Well
00:24:02Then in that case
00:24:05I am lucky to consider myself
00:24:07A skeptic
00:24:28Who are you really?
00:24:31What makes you so interested?
00:24:33The governess wants you dead
00:24:34She doesn't do anything
00:24:36Without a reason
00:24:37Does the governess
00:24:39Not work for your fair prince?
00:24:40Things are rarely
00:24:41As they seem
00:24:42When the ruling class
00:24:43Is involved
00:24:44Oh
00:24:52Now show me
00:24:53To this family tree section
00:24:54Go
00:25:07This tea just isn't the same
00:25:09As home
00:25:09I miss it
00:25:11I don't think it's that bad
00:25:12You have tea
00:25:13In Shrewsbury?
00:25:16Doubtful
00:25:17They don't have proper floors
00:25:18In their houses
00:25:26Is she okay?
00:25:33Clemendine
00:25:36You don't look so good
00:25:38Neither do you
00:25:50To triumph
00:25:52To triumph
00:25:52In this contest
00:25:54One must summon fortitude of the mind
00:25:57At a moment's call
00:25:59Glass
00:26:00You are all poisoned
00:26:03Four antidotes
00:26:05Four hopes
00:26:06In turn
00:26:08We shall pose riddles
00:26:10A right answer
00:26:12Grants life
00:26:15Juliet
00:26:16How do we determine the order?
00:26:17It's my discretion
00:26:19Juliet
00:26:20The maker doesn't want it
00:26:22The buyer doesn't use it
00:26:24The user doesn't know it
00:26:26What is it?
00:26:28A 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
00:27:03Cold makes me calm
00:27:06Heat 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
00:27:28I am ready
00:27:30I go
00:27:31I can crown a fool
00:27:34Or expose a queen
00:27:36Yet
00:27:37I 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
00:27:49Incorrect
00:27:50A mirror
00:27:50The mirror
00:27:51The answer is a mirror
00:27:52That is correct
00:27:54But that is not your riddle
00:27:58The poison must be setting in
00:28:02Alara
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
00:28:16How fortunate
00:28:35And she exits
00:28:38Farewell
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
00:29:29Where did you get a dress like this?
00:29:34Alara
00:29:34I want you alive
00:29:35I wouldn't poison you mine
00:29:40Am I not your competition?
00:29:43No
00:29:44Actually
00:29:45You'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
00:30:24Our entire family is in danger of losing our status
00:30:27The most eligible heiress
00:30:28Is the largest gambling event in the county
00:30:31Everyone likes to place a bet
00:30:34And you
00:30:37You are my fortune incarnate
00:30:46So
00:30:47Why not bet on yourself?
00:30:49Take the money and the crown
00:30:50One
00:30:51I'm not so sure I could win
00:30:55Two
00:30:55You by far have the most profitable odds
00:30:59After the first day
00:31:00I sent my family instructions
00:31:01To bet every last piece of gold
00:31:03On you winning
00:31:05Well
00:31:07I am honored
00:31:09You certainly seem confident
00:31:11Much like my father
00:31:12I like a favorable bet
00:31:15And
00:31:16In exchange for your help
00:31:18You let me live
00:31:20Often times there's only one heiress remaining
00:31:22But
00:31:22It's not uncommon for the winner
00:31:24To 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
00:31:32But you might have to
00:31:35Now
00:31:37Why don't you try on this beautiful dress for me?
00:31:40I want you to look good for the prince
00:32:01Is he really going to be here this whole time?
00:32:08Hurry up
00:32:09I have to go soon
00:32:15He'd have to be a fool now to rank you first
00:32:20All right
00:32:21It's time for my departure
00:32:24Oh and
00:32:25Don't spend too much time carrying on with that footman of his
00:32:28Guessing he's the jealous type
00:32:30How did you
00:32:33And then
00:32:35I took my father's sword
00:32:38And slashed the boar's head
00:32:40Right
00:32:50It was amazing
00:32:54Excuse me your highness
00:32:55You're excused
00:32:57Andrew
00:33:03Now that we're alone
00:33:07The real fun
00:33:08The real fun can begin
00:33:15Don't you think it'd be so much better
00:33:17If we just took this thing right off
00:33:23Kinky
00:33:25I can work with that
00:33:29That better not be your damn footman again
00:33:33Well
00:33:33Looks like you're having a good time your highness
00:33:36I sure was
00:33:38Until you barged in
00:33:39Sadly
00:33:40Your time is up Juliet
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 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
00:34:11I need you to fulfill your end of the deal
00:34:13Why do you care so much about that peasant girl
00:34:16That's none of your concern
00:34:17But
00:34:17I have told the others that whoever takes Alara out first
00:34:21Will be given a huge advantage going forward
00:34:25I'm up for a challenge
00:34:30You should try sneaking to the gambling dens in Fairmeadow
00:34:34He could get into some good trouble
00:34:35I do enjoy a bit of mischief
00:34:42Miss Parker
00:34:43Your 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 not feeling well
00:35:04She's not feeling well
00:35:07Why are you here?
00:35:09I had to see the most beautiful woman here in 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
00:35:36About your sparkling personality
00:35:39Plus
00:35:40I could never let you waste a look as stunning as this
00:35:44You deserve to be seen
00:35:46Even if it's just by me
00:35:49Shall we?
00:35:58I asked the prince if he knew anything about the Eatons
00:36:01And?
00:36:02Did he ignore you completely?
00:36:05No
00:36:05But
00:36:06He did sneak into the governess of study and steal this
00:36:12What is this?
00:36:13It's the governess official log
00:36:16She writes everything down
00:36:19I had a quick look through there
00:36:20There's some good leads
00:36:22Leads
00:36:22Leads 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
00:36:44Actually
00:36:45King Raphael seems so horrible
00:36:48I wouldn't even be surprised
00:36:52You possess a remarkable capacity for surprise
00:37:25I don't know
00:37:26You are making me forget my matters in place.
00:37:31That's definitely counting as Friday, Nancy.
00:37:33Then we better not get caught.
00:37:37If you are betraying me, I will drive this knife so far into your neck.
00:37:42I swear to the cross.
00:37:45Then I must do what you say.
00:37:51Go on.
00:38:05What are you thinking about?
00:38:07Simply longing for a repetition of a particular moment.
00:38:11Whatever is the obstacle?
00:38:15Because I need to show you this stack.
00:38:20Earlier today I found this and I think it would be beneficial if you read it.
00:38:25Do you think this could be proof of the famine?
00:38:28Whatever you do, do not let anyone know you have this.
00:38:31Based on what's inside, it could be really dangerous if you're caught with it.
00:38:44How's your health?
00:38:46Quite well.
00:38:47Why?
00:38:49The 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?
00:39:13Actually, for the whole royal family.
00:39:14It's complicated.
00:39:16The royal family is incredibly sheltered compared to the rest of the realm.
00:39:20Because 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 until 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.
00:39:34King Raphael would never allow that.
00:39:35He lives a life of luxury while his subjects suffer.
00:39:38Ignorance is a choice.
00:39:41More than a circumstance.
00:39:46Don'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 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, I must answer.
00:40:34I'll be dreaming of that.
00:40:45I'll be dreaming of that.
00:40:50Good morning, your highness.
00:40:52The rankings are as follows.
00:40:55Juliet, Jane, Clementine, and Elara.
00:40:59No.
00:41:00No?
00:41:01Elara Holloway is number one.
00:41:03Do I need to remind you of your place, governess?
00:41:07No, your highness.
00:41:09It's merely that your father will 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.
00:41:40We need to talk about what?
00:41:42You're fraternizing with the strapping footmen.
00:41:45The rules are simple.
00:41:46Three women.
00:41:48Three women, the hounds, will hunt one, the crown.
00:41:51This is going to be enjoyable.
00:41:54Not unless we're all hunting you.
00:41:55The crown must make it back to her room safely.
00:42:00The hounds will aim to prevent that by any means of their choosing.
00:42:06Of 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.
00:42:16Elara, you 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?
00:42:49That'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.
00:43:02Lighten up, my son.
00:43:04We'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.
00:43:32While Elara goes to hide.
00:43:35Elara, you must survive in the manor for one hour before finding safety in your room.
00:43:42There will be guards blocking there.
00:43:45Do you understand?
00:43:46We also have spectators today.
00:43:50Before the match, the king has asked to see the hunted.
00:43:59Ah, the woman of the hour.
00:44:07Join us.
00:44:09Please, seat.
00:44:12Welcome, my dear.
00:44:13Here, I 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 to end up at this moment here.
00:44:32Dear, you've got quite the battle ahead of you.
00:44:35The crown almost never escapes the hounds.
00:44:38Your majesty, I 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?
00:44:54Well, by becoming the most eligible heiress?
00:44:57Naturally.
00:44:59We'll see, dear.
00:45:02But first, I must ask.
00:45:04Holloway.
00:45:06Such an interesting surname.
00:45:10I don't think I've seen that one before.
00:45:13I come from quite a common family.
00:45:16Nothing special in Shrewsbury.
00:45:22How very interesting.
00:45:25Well, thank you for sharing your company with us.
00:45:28Good luck to you in the games.
00:45:37Excuse me.
00:45:44For what? I did nothing.
00:45:46For standing up to him.
00:45:47No one does that.
00:45:51If 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.
00:46:02Good luck.
00:46:03I'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 right towards us.
00:46:31You will remain in the front
00:46:33in case she tries anything.
00:46:36Take 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
00:46:52a 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?
00:47:07Yes.
00:47:08There are larger things
00:47:09at play here, son.
00:47:10Do not question me.
00:47:11Raising the point
00:47:12that 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.
00:47:25This competition
00:47:26isn't about love.
00:47:29It's about maintaining power.
00:47:42Jane.
00:47:47A word of counsel.
00:47:51A word of counsel.
00:48:13I thought we had an alliance.
00:48:14We do,
00:48:15but we have to sell it.
00:48:21Are you going to tell them
00:48:22about the footmen?
00:48:23No, why would I?
00:48:24To get rid of me?
00:48:25To get me killed?
00:48:26I'm not Juliet.
00:48:27We're allies.
00:48:28I would never do that.
00:48:30Also, I sort of support you
00:48:32having a little bit of fun
00:48:33before you win this whole thing
00:48:34and get locked
00:48:34into a loveless marriage.
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 but me?
00:48:48You hurt my feelings.
00:48:50Clementine.
00:48:51Go distract Juliet.
00:48:53Be safe.
00:49:00I can't wait to kill you
00:49:01and then win
00:49:02and go home
00:49:03and show all those rich nobles
00:49:04they never should have
00:49:06snubbed the future queen.
00:49:19such an easy kill.
00:49:22I almost thought
00:49:23you could actually
00:49:23so much blood
00:49:36blood on your hands.
00:49:43The hour is almost over.
00:49:45Have you seen her?
00:49:47No, I haven't.
00:50:07You're lying to me.
00:50:08Are you really going to
00:50:09injure your only ally?
00:50:10Tell me what happened to Jane.
00:50:12She found Allura
00:50:13in the servants' quarters.
00:50:15Good girl.
00:50:23Why did he help me?
00:50:33Come forth.
00:50:34Come forth.
00:50:37Wherever you may be.
00:50:42Good.
00:50:44The game has commenced.
00:50:47What does the last name
00:50:48Eaton 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
00:51:02to the young ladies' 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.
00:51:21Because I will.
00:51:23I've been training
00:51:24my whole life for this.
00:51:26I've been promised
00:51:27Prince Theo
00:51:28since birth.
00:51:30This competition
00:51:31is mine to win.
00:51:32No wonder
00:51:33you're so miserable.
00:51:34You spent your whole life
00:51:36for what?
00:51:37A prince?
00:51:39A prince
00:51:40who will never love you?
00:51:41You're here
00:51:41just like I am.
00:51:43What'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.
00:52:04Elara!
00:52:11Elara!
00:52:16Elara!
00:52:18What 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.
00:52:31Make 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.
00:52:43Elara!
00:52:46Elara!
00:53:08Elara!
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.
00:53:41It 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.
00:54:06It takes more than that to kill me.
00:54:09I hope so.
00:54:15I'm so uncertain.
00:54:18Are you not going to lose enough iron from that?
00:54:23Do not judge myself and go away.
00:54:26I hope so.
00:54:26I'm sickening endlessly.
00:54:30I just will come back.
00:54:30I'm waiting for you to go ahead and play it ingio.
00:54:30I'm ready for you to lose you.
00:54:38I have to win you again.
00:54:53I 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.
00:55:32Safely in Shrewsbury all these years.
00:55:35I'm afraid I just don't know what you're talking about.
00:55:38Yet, all the books uneaten, dust-free in library.
00:55:44I shall put it thus.
00:55:46Whatever happens on the morrow, I pray no tragedy finds its way to your home.
00:55:52Your poor mother is fragile, is she not?
00:55:57Don't.
00:55:57And your young sister, no telling how she might react to such an event.
00:56:02Grief can drive a person to dreadful and permanent choices.
00:56:13Perhaps it's time to reconsider your position.
00:56:19I'm certain we can make an arrangement.
00:56:31Are you okay?
00:56:33Hey, 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.
00:57:02Wait.
00:57:03Why is her last name different to yours?
00:57:06I need to tell you something.
00:57:20For you, for tonight, stay safe.
00:57:26Prince Theo.
00:57:40Presenting your majesty, King Raphael, ruler of Vindalaris.
00:57:46Also in attendance, Prince Theo, heir to the Vindalaris throne.
00:57:54Welcome, my 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.
00:58:10First, 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, take your weapons.
00:59:08It's time for the final task.
00:59:11The three of you must choose one to kill.
00:59:39This is special.
00:59:42Ladies, please, take your во
01:00:05well done ladies what a show now there can be only
01:00:13one fight no no this can't be it it was too much to ask for us to both make it
01:00:25out alive
01:00:27do what you have to do no i can't i won't i won't
01:00:40i'm so sorry clementine kill her
01:00:49that was for my brother
01:00:54for my sister
01:00:56for shrewsbury for me
01:01:14guards
01:01:15she's her stop
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 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 son bring your paramour to your quarter
01:02:03so we may finalize this
01:02:06let the festivities begin
01:02:09please wait we don't have much time give me one reason why i shouldn't kill you right now
01:02:14i should let you i know i deserve it but please listen i am not the enemy
01:02:30andrew
01:02:34what's going on
01:02:35please
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
01:02:48i 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 my 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're a peasant and i would choose you if you're 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 mave 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
01:04:20is your name even andrew
01:04:23mave called me by my middle name
01:04:26and i'd be honored if he 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
01:04:58dear
01:05:07he will get revenge
01:05:09he will die
01:05:10and he will never host one of these again i swear
01:05:21what an exhilarating day for us all
01:05:25truly
01:05:26this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate
01:05:32the pursuit of love
01:05:34but most importantly
01:05:37to root out the traitors and threats to the realm
01:05:42which is why i'd like to make dueling announcements
01:05:45firstly the wedding of my son prince theo
01:05:49which we plan to consummate in the fortnight
01:05:59second
01:06:00concurrent to the wedding
01:06:02we will commence on the next iteration of the most eligible heiress
01:06:08what what
01:06:11excitingly
01:06:12we have a nominee with us here tonight
01:06:18father let's discuss this in private
01:06:22shall we unveil our nominee
01:06:30stop 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
01:06:47i want to laura weaver's hand
01:06:48and i want it now
01:06:50how
01:06:50how
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