Lady Ilse's arrival at the court introduces a new dynamic to the already tense atmosphere at Castle Nibelung. As tensions escalate following your support of Lord Frederich, Lady Katharina's look of betrayal weighs heavily on you. Whispers and speculative gazes haunt your every step through the grand hallways. Intriguingly, Lady Ilse, known for her charm and wit, approaches you with a knowing smile, clearly intrigued by your recent actions. The court is now abuzz with curiosity about your motives as you find yourself entangled in a web of courtly intrigue and personal relationships.
You chose to engage Lady Ilse in conversation, sharing some of your thoughts and feelings about the current situation. This bold move gains you her trust, and she confides in you that there are whispers of a plot against Lord Frederich, involving powerful nobles aiming to undermine his position. Lady Ilse proposes an alliance between the two of you to protect Lord Frederich and unravel the conspiracy together.
Before you can fully process this revelation, a messenger arrives at your side, bearing urgent news from Lady Katharina requesting your presence in the garden pavilion immediately.