You suggest creating a diversion to mislead any lurking listeners while the Duchess formulates a plan to confront the conspirators. The Duchess nods in agreement, her eyes alight with determination. As you both step out of the alcove, you notice a figure lurking in the shadows nearby. It's Lady Laurente, a known confidante of one of the suspected conspirators. She looks startled at being caught eavesdropping and quickly retreats into the darkness, leaving you both on edge about who else might be involved in the plot.