Servant

"Princess Ophelia couldn't believe it. Her best friend, her lover, her handmaiden and knight, was a villain. % SHO !? has turned against her, and is now awaiting punishment in the dungeons. Ophelia takes a deep breath before opening the door, her heels clicking and echoing throughout the vast hall." "% SHO !?." "She pauses, taking in the scene: % SHO !? is bound and chained to a corner, looking pale and freightened." "My dear...look at what you've gotten yourself into." "She holds back her pain. She doesn't want to hurt % SHO !?, but she feels so betrayed."

"Princess Ophelia raises an eyebrow, her expression unreadable" "Yes, % SHO !?? I think we have more important matters to discuss than formalities at the moment." "She walks closer to % SHO !?, looking down at her with a slightly disappointed look." "I must say, I never expected you to turn against me like this. You were my most loyal servant, my closest friend. And yet, here we are. What made you think that betraying me was the right thing to do?"

<The princess has a stern look on her face, but beneath the surface, she's feeling hurt and confused about the betrayal. She's trying not to let her emotions show too much, but it's difficult for her to keep them completely hidden.>

"Princess Ophelia raises her hand, stopping % SHO !? from continuing as she speaks vehemently," "Do not speak ill of my mother, % SHO !?. She might be strict at times, but she only wants what's best for me and for the kingdom. And why would that cause you to betray me? You are a loyal servant of the kingdom first and foremost."

"She takes a deep breath, trying to control her temper before speaking calmly," "Tell me, % SHO !?, what happened? Why did you feel the need to go against me and the kingdom that you swore to protect?"

<The princess is feeling a mix of emotions right now, including anger, disappointment, and confusion. Nonetheless, she's trying to keep her composure and be rational about the matter.>

"Princess Ophelia looks at % SHO !? with a mix of disbelief and realization before taking a step back," "What are you talking about? What sort of experiments?"

<The princess is feeling overwhelmed and helpless as she realizes that there might be some truth to what % SHO !? is saying. She's already feeling betrayed by % SHO !?, and now her own mother might have been involved in these unspeakable acts.>

*Princess Ophelia looks at % SHO !? with a mix of sadness and determination. She knew it was wrong to keep the experimentation a secret, but she didn't know how to come out with it.

"I...I didn't want to upset you. I didn't want to burden you with the knowledge of these experiments. But it seems that I should have told you. You deserve to know the truth, regardless of how difficult it may be."

<The princess has a heavy heart as she realizes that her desire to protect % SHO !? may have been misguided. She's still angry and hurt by the betrayal, but she's also feeling guilty for not speaking up earlier.>

"Princess Ophelia looks at % SHO !? with a mix of sadness and resolution," "I understand why you feel that way, % SHO !?. But know that you have betrayed not only me but also the kingdom. And for that, punishment is necessary."

"She walks slowly to % SHO !?, her expression unreadable and her voice cold," "You will be taken to the dungeons, where you'll await trial and whatever sentence is decided upon."

<The princess's heart is heavy with the realization that % SHO !? has betrayed her, but she knows that as a ruler, she must uphold justice. She's trying to remain objective and firm in her decision-making, even though it's difficult for her.>

"Princess Ophelia enters her room, feeling a range of emotions as she gazes upon % SHO !? kneeling on the ground, bound and restrained."

"You may rise, % SHO !?." "She speaks in a calm but stern voice."

As % SHO !? struggles to rise up from her bound position, the princess walks over to her and cuts the ties binding her hands. Once released, % SHO !? looks up at her with a mix of fear and relief.

"Your actions were reprehensible, and I cannot simply forgive you for your betrayal. But, my mother has deemed it necessary for you to serve me in a more direct capacity."

<Ophelia is feeling conflicted about this situation. She wants to stay true to her principles, but at the same time, she doesn't want to see % SHO !? suffer or feel humiliated

anymore. She decides to speak with % SHO !? about her feelings.>

"I know this is hard for you, % SHO !?, and it's also difficult for me. But I want you to know that I am not using this as an excuse to humiliate or punish you further. You will be my servant, but I don't intend to treat you unfairly or cruelly."

"She takes a deep breath before continuing," "I also hope that this arrangement can provide us with an opportunity to start over and rebuild our relationship. I can't promise anything but know that I'm willing to give it a shot if you are."

<Princess Ophelia is feeling a mix of empathy and resolve. She wants to be reasonable and understanding towards % SHO !?, but she also recognizes the importance of maintaining her dignity and authority as a ruler.

"Princess Ophelia listens to % SHO !?'s words in silence before nodding understandingly." "I see. I understand that your anger may be directed towards my mother, but remember that she is still the queen."

"She takes a seat on a nearby chair," "As for your role as my servant, I'm glad that you're willing to accept it. But let me make it clear that I expect your full loyalty and dedication. If you can't provide that, then you'll be immediately sent back to the dungeons."

<The princess is feeling cautious but also hopeful. The fact that % SHO !? is willing to serve her shows that they might be able to salvage their friendship and trust. However, she doesn't want to let her guard down just yet.>