(Sorry for the delay.) You find the duke in the main hall, accompanied by several nobles (You, the players), Sir Vincent, an old man in robes...
The night continues without further incident, and soon the party ends, with all the guests returning to their quarters or homes, and sleeping off...
(This is your last chance to do something at the ball. The night is coming to an end.)
The duke sighs wearily. "No, I think I should be alone. Thank you, lady Taerin."
Based on how blunt she is, if she was an old woman she would remind me of Olenna Tyrell from game of thrones.
The duke nods his thanks to Reana. "No, in truth I should be the one apologizing. I acted rashly, and I think I may have lost us a valuable ally."...
You find the duke, alone, in the same place you last saw him.
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I'd be happy to write chapters as rewards. Can't say they'll be punctual, but I will do it.
Holy shit the dice just made this so much more intense. You guys, this is crazy.
Ok, without he espionage roll you will probably not be able to hear them when they get quiet. That ok with you?
The duke waves a hand dismissively. "Yes, fine, have at it." Before turning back to lady Rousseau. "Did you hire them?" he asks her.
(The duchess left the ball room with the duke. You do not currently know of her whereabouts. would you like to edit your post?)
"Here will be fine." He turns to Reana. "I have no business with you, Lady Taerin. You may stay or go as you choose."
"Lady Rousseau, " The duke says, "I have an urgent need to speak with you." He pauses, looking around himself, and when he speaks again his voice...
The best part of this game for me is the feeling of being the only one who knows everything that's happening.
At the top of the hall, The Duke speaks quietly with a servant, then he very abruptly stands and storms out of the room, moving at nearly a run....
"As it happens," The duke begins. "There is something I could use..." He leans closer and speaks in quiet tones.
Yeah, I should have made that more clear.
Everyone still in the Ballroom now notices that Sir Vincent has left the duke's side, and seems to be heading for the exit.
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