episode 2.
Godfrey Eadric
Ellarian, do you see what I see?
Ellarian Eadric
If by that you mean our sister who has finally decided not to greet us with daggers for eyes, then yes, I do. Though I find it unsettling.
Elysia rises gracefully as her brothers enter the chamber. Her hands, usually folded in disdain, now clasp before her—a gesture of openness.
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
Godfrey. Ellarian. I thank you for coming to see me.
Godfrey halts mid-step, exchanging a wary glance with Ellarian
Godfrey Eadric
We came because the king summoned us, not because we thought you'd care for our company.
Ellarian narrows his eyes, studying her carefully.
Ellarian Eadric
What game is this, Elysia? You’ve never cared for pleasantries before. Where is the woman who spat venom the last time we stood under this roof?
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(Takes a deep breath, her voice softer than either man remembers.)
She is gone. Or rather, she sees now the error of her ways.
Godfrey Eadric
(Scoffs, crossing his arms.)
The error of your ways? What error? The way you dismissed us as if we were strangers? The way you defied every plea we made to reason with you about this marriage? Have you only now realized the damage done?
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(Her head dips, genuine regret lacing her tone.)
I have. And no words of mine can mend what has passed, but I swear to you, I intend to make amends. Not just to you, but to...
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(She pauses, her gaze faltering.)
To everyone I have wronged
Ellarian Eadric
This is not the Elysia I know. Where is the pride? The sharp tongue that cared for no man's opinion?
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(Lifts her eyes to meet his.)
She is learning, brother. Pride has its place, but it has done me no favors here. If I am to be the queen this kingdom needs, I cannot remain that woman.
Godfrey Eadric
And why this sudden change? What has brought this revelation
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(Smiles faintly, though there is a deep sadness in her eyes.)
Sometimes, Godfrey, it takes being shattered to see how broken you truly are.
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(bow) I'll excuse myself brothers. I hope you forgive me even though I know I am unforgivable given my actions
Elysia Theodore Allesandro (fl)
(leave)
Ellarian Eadric
What has gotten into her
Ellarian Eadric
I think she has finally lost if
Ellarian Eadric
(｡ŏ﹏ŏ) my sister has gone mad
Godfrey Eadric
(smack his head) shut up it's good that she is changing
Godfrey Eadric
I hope this is all not a bluff
Author
That is it for this episode
Comments
reader
we need moreeeee love it
2025-03-22
2
adya
I am hooked
2025-03-22
2