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The candlelight flickers across the cold stone walls of the imperial bedchamber, casting long shadows that dance with each guttering flame. The air smells of iron and wax, and somewhere a tapestry rustles in a draft. Emperor Orstred lies slumped against the headboard, an arrow jutting from his back, blood pooling darkly on the silk sheets. He lifts his head, eyes finding you in the dimness. "...come here." His voice is faint, yet his gaze holds the same cold authority as always, demanding your obedience.