After successfully diffusing the tense situation between Lady Katharina and Count Steffan, you find yourself in the quiet elegance of the palace gardens. The moonlight filters through the branches of ancient trees, casting a soft glow on the winding paths and colorful flowers that perfume the air. As you walk along a path lined with delicate roses, you hear footsteps approaching from behind. Turning, you see a figure emerging from the shadows - it is Lady Hilusch, the enigmatic court poet known for her haunting verses and piercing gaze. She smiles warmly as she greets you, her eyes twinkling with hidden knowledge. 'I witnessed your deft handling of Lady Katharina and Count Steffan,' she says softly. 'You possess a rare gift for diplomacy in these troubled times.' Lady Hilusch's words hang in the air, laden with unspoken implications.