Sneak in the fort

As Ethan made his way to the fort, he observed the numerous guards stationed at the gate, their eyes scanning the crowd with a mix of curiosity and suspicion. To avoid drawing attention to himself, Ethan blended in with the crowd, using his knowledge of stealth and disguise to remain unnoticed.

Then he notices a mountain near the fort. Once he reached the foot of the mountain, Ethan began his ascent, choosing a more challenging route that would allow him to avoid detection. He climbed up the rocky terrain, using his agility and strength to navigate the steep slope.

As he climbed higher, Ethan's view of the fort improved, and he could see the layout of the guards and the fort's defenses. He spotted several guards patrolling the walls and towers, and he knew he had to be careful to avoid being seen.

Ethan continued to climb, his senses on high alert for any sign of guards or traps. He knew that the mountain could be patrolled, and he had to be prepared for any eventuality.

Finally, Ethan reached the top of the mountain, where he could see the entire fort spread out before him. He took a moment to study the layout, noting the positions of the guards and the location of the gates.

Ethan carefully made his way down from the mountain, his eyes fixed on the fort below. He moved stealthily, using the cover of darkness and the terrain to conceal his approach. As he reached the fort, he spotted a potential entry point and slipped inside, avoiding the guards who patrolled the walls.

"Alright, let's get the documents and get out of here," Ethan muttered to himself, navigating the dark corridors. He finally reached the main chamber where the important plans and papers were stored.

The room was dimly lit, with rows of shelves and cabinets containing documents and maps. Ethan's eyes scanned the room, taking in the layout and searching for the specific documents he needed. "Ah, finally," he whispered, his eyes locking onto the documents. "Now, where would they keep the good stuff?"

He moved swiftly, his fingers tracing over the documents. "Hmm, let's see... trade agreements, military strategies... ah, yes!"

Ethan's eyes widened as he pulled out a specific document, scanning it quickly.

Ethan's icy gaze swept across the documents, his expression unreadable as he absorbed the information. "Fascinating," he murmured to himself, his voice devoid of emotion. "It seems the kingdoms are willing to put aside their differences to take me down. How... quaint."

His eyes narrowed as he read on, his mind calculating the implications. "Alliance marriages, trade agreements... They're playing a game of high-stakes poker. But what's the real motive behind these alliances?" Ethan's gaze turned glacial as he realized the true nature of the treaty. "They're hedging their bets, making secret deals and alliances with each other. How predictable. They're all just waiting for the perfect moment to strike."

Ethan's voice remained flat, but a hint of calculation crept into his tone. "This changes nothing. I'll just have to adapt my strategy. After all, I've been playing this game for years. I'm not about to let them catch me off guard."

He committed the key points to memory, his mind storing the information with precision. "No need to take the documents," he thought, his gaze lingering on the papers for a moment before he turned away. "Would just be a liability."

With the information safely stored in his mind, Ethan's eyes locked onto the window. "Time to leave," he whispered, his voice as cold as the stone walls surrounding him.

He was going to slip out of the room, his mind already racing with his next move. "I'll need to anticipate their next step," he thought, his eyes scanning the darkness outside. "And then... I'll strike."

"Let's see how they like being played," he whispered to himself, a cold glint in his eye. "I'll gather my allies, see who's still loyal. And then... we'll show them what we're made of." The night air rushed past him, then he heard footsteps approaching the room and he hid behind the curtains.

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