Swan Lake: 1-14 An Unexpected Plot

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The livelier the banquet, the more depressed I feel, so I sneak away to take a walk outside the castle. There, I chance upon an evil plot...

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I have a bad feeling about this. I am some distance away from the castle gates, so maybe I should hide.

• Hide in the grass
  • Obtain ending "Fallen Kindgom"
• Hide in the tree
  • Unlock 1-15 Tough Decision

Transcript

• You: Phew...

• Я выхожу из зала и убегаю от волны доброжелателей.
• I want to escape it all just for today.
• You: It's my last night as Princess Signy. My last night to do as I wish.

• Castle Guard: Oh, it's you again. I've been seeing you late at night lately.

• Castle Guard: There's a huge celebration going on in the palace today. Is it alright for you to sneak out like this?

• You: I'm... not anyone important. I just came out for a short break.

• Castle Guard: You look troubled. Did something happen?

• Castle Guard: I can be your listening ear.

• You: Thank you, but...

• You: No one can help me now.

• Castle Guard: ...I'm sorry to hear that. I wish I could do something for you.

• You: Please don't say that. I wouldn't have been able to leave the castle so easily if it weren't for you.

• Castle Guard: That's nothing.

• Castle Guard: It's really late, so you'd better not stay out too late.

• Castle Guard: It's been rather unsafe in the kingdom lately, after all.

• You: I know. I won't go too far.

• In the past, I always left the palace to visit the forest. It brought me great joy and fun.
• But now, it's a place I fear. It's where the vile sorcerer lurks.
• Under the moonlight, the quiet path puts me at ease. I do not head toward the forest, but instead pace back and forth on the path.
• I wish this night would never end.
• You: (What's that sound? Is there someone else outside the castle?)

• I have a bad feeling about this. I am some distance away from the castle gates, so maybe I should hide.
  • Hide in the trees.
• The short grass isn't a good place to hide. I look toward the trees. Perhaps I should do what Aldous did...
• I quickly climb up a tree and hide myself behind the dense leaves and branches. Not long after, I see someone walk this way.
• ???: Idiot! Hold your sword properly or the guards will discover us!

• ???: There's nothing to be afraid of. Our kingdom is the mightiest. They're at a disadvantage if our army attacks them head-on.

• You: (Are they soldiers from another kingdom?)

• Soldier A: Besides, I heard their King's about to keel over any minute. That's why they're in a haste to marry off their princess.

• Soldier B: With so many visitors from other kingdoms, the castle is certainly on low guard right now.

• You: (Army...attack?!)

• Ferdinand: Shut it, you halfwits. Someone might hear you!

• You: (This voice... It's Prince Ferdinand!

• Ferdinand: Sheathe your swords and get your asses back to camp! Don't you dare ruin my plan.

• Soldier A: Not to worry, your Highness. Our plan is foolproof. Taking down this castle will be a piece of cake.

• Soldier B: The people in the castle are still making merry like fools. We'll catch them unawares at the wedding.

• Ferdinand: Bahaha! Both this castle and their Princess Signy will be mine.

• Their camp is probably somewhere near the castle gates. If they are planning to attack the castle during the wedding... The outcome will be devastating!
• I try my hardest to suppress my fury. Once they leave, I get down from the tree and return to the castle immediately.
• Chief Minister: Are you certain, your Highness? Ferdinand is planning to launch an attack on us?

• You: Yes. I spotted his soldiers outside the castle earlier and overheard their conversation.

• You: That's why I ended the celebrations right away to discuss things with you. I have no idea how to tell Father about this. He has only just started getting better.

• Chief Minister: His Majesty needs rest. It is no longer ideal for him to handle any more state affairs. This is a difficult situation. I'm afraid even His Majesty won't be able to make a better decision.

• The Chief Minister is usually calm, and this is the first time I've seen him so anxious. I'm feeling more and more uneasy.
• Chief Minister: Most of our soldiers have been sent away to guard the borders, just in case the sorcerer tries something. We don't have the manpower to defend the castle from Ferdinand's attack. There isn't enough time to recall the soldiers from the borders at such short notice either. That would only put us at a greater disadvantage.

• You: Goodness... Hmm... The Kingdom of Glorian boasts powerful fighters. We have n o chance of winning a battle. Perhaps we could try to negotiate with them?

• Chief Minister: You said they had a foolproof plan. That would mean they have been planning this for a while. Attempting to negotiate would only alert them and worsen things. Besides, considering it's Ferdinand, he would rather head straight into battle. He wouldn't agree to talk to us.

• I'd been thinking that all the stuff I've been learning would be enough for me to take care of the kingdom. But I'm utterly lost now that I'm faced with a real problem. A sense of failure overwhelms me.
• You: ...Is there really no way out?

• Chief Minister: Calm down, your Highness. That's not necessarily true. We may be at a disadvantage, but we must still be as prepared as possible.

• You: Based on what I heard, they want to attack during the wedding. Can we make it in time?

• Chief Minister: I'll get some of our most loyal guards to set up an ambush on the day of the wedding. At the very least, we can ensure your safety and that of the King's.

• You: Please focus on protecting Father. I will stay to protect the castle.

• Chief Minister: You're going to inherit the kingdom, your Highness. Protecting you is our duty. We need you safe to ensure our kingdom's survival. And also to fulfill my promise to the King.

• You: I understand. Thank you, Uncle Arthur. You always do your best to aid Father. And you treat me like your own.

• Chief Minister: It is my duty, your Highness. But I have to be honest with you right now. We must be prepared for the worst. If we are unable to fight off the enemy on the day of the wedding, we'll have to let you head to the forest with the sorcerer. Since he's so insistent on marrying you, you will be safe in his hands.

• You: (Will Audwin be my final hope? ...No that's absurd.)

• After the discussion with Uncle Arthur, we gather around our most trusted men and tell them of the plan.
• We brace ourselves for the tough battle ahead.
• Aldous: You're finally back, Signy.

• Outside, the sky is getting brighter. Morning is arriving, and Aldous will soon turn back into a swan. I can't help but gaze at him, as though I will never get to see him as a human again.
• You: Aldous... There might be a battle tomorrow. Prince Ferdinand, who attended my coming-of-age ceremony, is planning to attack the castle during the wedding. He seems to have some misgivings about me. But I don't understand why. I already did all I could. Right now, we don't have the power to go up against him. What should I do to protect my kingdom?

• The words spill out of me, and I confide everything to Aldous. He's much calmer in contrast.
• Aldous: Calm down, Signy. There's always a way out.

• You: But I'm all out of ideas now. Even if Ferdinand ceases the attack on the castle, I'll still have to marry Audwin. Why is everything going wrong. Don't worry, Signy. I'll make sure you don't have to marry him.

• The first rays of the morning sun shine into the room. Aldous' smile fades away, and wings emerge from his back...
• He wants to say something, but is no longer able to speak.
• But his gentle eyes seem to be saying -- "Believe me, Signy."