As you approach Lady Katharina in the serene garden pavilion, her eyes hold a mixture of urgency and apprehension. You can feel the weight of the court's secrets pressing down on you, knowing that your alliance with Lady Ilse to protect Lord Frederich has set events into motion beyond your control. Before you can exchange words with Lady Katharina, a sudden commotion erupts near the rose bushes. A hooded figure emerges from the shadows, revealing themselves as Gisko, a cunning courtier known for their deceptive ways. With a sinister smile, Gisko announces that they have uncovered your plot with Lady Ilse and are prepared to expose it to the court, risking not only your reputation but also the safety of Lord Frederich.