Shining Wisdom Script - Part Seven
(in King's Audience Chamber)
King Ulrich: …then, you’re absolutely
certain that nothing out of the ordinary happened on your watch?
(Alfred agrees)
King Ulrich: But, how can that be when the other
guards at the west gate were overcome by Elven Magic?
Sir Kaizel: Your Majesty, may I suggest that perhaps
this guard has an immunity to Elven Magic…
King Ulrich: I don’t know…it’s
all very suspicious. The only thing I know for certain is that I must
have more security! There must be no more mistakes!(Mars' entrance is announced)
Sir Kaizel: Yes, Yes…well then, step forward
boy and let me have a look at you!
(Mars steps forward)
King Ulrich: Ah…so you are Mars, eh? I’ve
been quite anxious to meet you.
Sir Kaizel: Well, Majesty, what do you think of our newest
recruit?
King Ulrich: Hmm…yes, Kaizel, it’s
just as you said. He is the mirror’s image of Sir Jiles!
King Ulrich: It’s been 10 years since that
Black Day when the Dragon attacked. And yet, it’s strange to look
at this boy. It’s as if Jiles has returned to rescue Odegan yet
once more.
Chancellor: Let me fill you in on why you were
called before us. Last night, we had a serious breech of security. On
the west side of the castle, all the guards were found asleep!
Sir Kaizel: And to make matters worse, when they were
queried, each had no idea how it happened. The only constant was that
each cited a strange fog that came across the castle… It seems as
if it’s the work of the Elves…
Chancellor: That blasted Black Elf! First he curses
the Princess, and now THIS…
King Ulrich: Chancellor! That’s quite enough!
Chancellor: I’m sorry, Sire…I’ve
spoken out of turn. You have my humblest apology.
Sir Kaizel: Now then, Mars! You
were unaffected by this attack of Elf magic, correct?
Sir Kaizel: Hmmm…that’s peculiar.
Alfred said that both of you were unaffected. Isn’t that the truth?
(if yes):
King Ulrich: Ahhh…this
is good news indeed!
Sir Kaizel: Your
Majesty, I recommend that we promote both of them to the elite guard.
Sir Kaizel: Mars
and Alfred! As of tonight, you are hereby promoted to the elite castle
guard. As such, you will be assigned to guard the Princess with your very
lives.
(Mars looks at Alfred)
Sir Kaizel: The
fates of the Princess and our great Kingdom of Odegan are intertwined.
Keep her safe at all costs, understood?
There is no more important duty in all the land. You mustn’t make
even the slightest error. I suggest you get some rest so that you’re
fresh for tonight. Good Luck!
King Ulrich: I’m sure you two are more than a little
surprised at this turn of events, please don’t disappoint me.
(Mars and Alfred start to walk away)
Alfred: H…hey, Mars, thanks
for saving my lying butt back there. However, now that I prevaricated
in the extreme, we’re assigned to a guard duty that we can’t
possibly fulfill! If there’s another attack and we’ve overcome
by a sleep spell, Satera will be in danger, and… …ohhhh…I’m
getting nauseous. Perhaps sleep will help…then we can figure this
all out tonight…