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The Most Eligible Heiress
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00:00:04A hundred years passed. The realm was undone by its own celebration. At the wedding feast of Princess Rosalie and
00:00:14Lord Varden Hawthorne, the fields of Shrewsbury gave forth their first poisoned harvest, and the royal table was its victim.
00:00:24All who supped that night perished, save one, Prince Varden, who was too anxious to eat. By dawn, he was
00:00:34king.
00:00:35The blight spread swiftly through all the shires except Vindishur, whose walls held firm and whose grain endured.
00:00:45Thus, the new king made Vindishur the seat of power, but gave back to the blighted counties a competition soaked
00:00:55in blood.
00:00:57We honor that competition with the legacy of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:07What an exhilarating day for us all. Truly, this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate. The
00:01:18pursuit of love.
00:01:20But most importantly, to root out the traitors and threats to the realm, concurrent to the wedding, we will commence
00:01:30on the next iteration of the most eligible heiress.
00:01:35What? What? Excitingly, we have a nominee with us here tonight!
00:01:44Shall we unveil our nominee?
00:01:49No! No!
00:01:56Elara, you shouldn't!
00:01:58Why haven't you confirmed that I am the nominee?
00:01:59While I understand why...
00:02:01No! You don't.
00:02:04Perhaps.
00:02:05But there's more to account for than your wants.
00:02:08We are in a dire position.
00:02:10It's imperative.
00:02:11Whomever represents this county must be able to make it deep into the competition.
00:02:16I am by far the best trained that you can...
00:02:19That is not the issue!
00:02:21If they find out your true family name,
00:02:25they'll kill you.
00:02:26But I...
00:02:27They'll break the competition.
00:02:28You will die.
00:02:29And the county will be left with nothing.
00:02:32No.
00:02:32They cannot possibly do that again.
00:02:34I understand.
00:02:36What happened to Everett...
00:02:38was evil.
00:02:40But there is a whole county of people for whom I am the guardian.
00:02:45You are a bureaucrat.
00:02:48If we place last...
00:02:52Everyone will starve.
00:02:53Your mother and sister included.
00:02:56Think of Elowen.
00:02:57That's why I'm the only option.
00:03:05I have little to offer.
00:03:08What is this?
00:03:09I gave the same token to Everett before he left.
00:03:12But I'm certain those last letters were meaningful.
00:03:22Mother, are you awake?
00:03:25Hmm.
00:03:26My darling girl.
00:03:30I left enough food for you and Elowen.
00:03:33Beautiful little princess.
00:03:38I wish I could have given you the life we deserve.
00:03:43Everett was supposed to reclaim what was ours.
00:03:46I know.
00:03:47I know, Mother.
00:03:49I'm going to do that now.
00:03:51Never again.
00:03:53I won't.
00:03:54I won't, Mother.
00:03:58Are you actually leaving us?
00:04:07Elowen, I have to do this.
00:04:10What if you...
00:04:10I won't.
00:04:12He taught me everything I know.
00:04:16I promise to win.
00:04:19Everett promised me the same thing.
00:04:22I know.
00:04:23You promised me too.
00:04:26Here.
00:04:29Do your makeup like I taught you.
00:04:31He'll be sure to tease you.
00:04:39Ellie, what is this?
00:04:40It's a hairpin.
00:04:42I found it in Mom's drawer.
00:04:44She'd give it to you if she knew.
00:04:46I doubt it.
00:04:47I don't.
00:04:48I'm looking for the next part of the ship.
00:04:56I don't know.
00:04:56And Laura.
00:04:58Your majesty, I must offer my condolences for Princess May for tragedy.
00:05:03There is always trouble in our time.
00:05:05how goes the manor preparations i do believe this year is set to be the greatest in recent memory
00:05:13good and the prince's reaction good he is choosing a mask as we speak
00:05:24and the other contestants the young lady from ember helm juliet ashford shows the most promise
00:05:30this year by reports she's deeply adept with the sword and has a confident disposition pick up those
00:05:37bags ever the obedient one aren't you fair medals maiden is clementine parker the duke's gambling
00:05:48debts have put his family in a precarious situation her entry is truly an act of courage compellingly
00:05:55we have another member of the matsumoto clan oh so winning this competition is in their bloodlines
00:06:01the matsumotos have sent their daughter aiko to compete she is known for her agility and balance
00:06:09who else jane and miobi the whispers from the realm tell me she's quite strong but perhaps a bit
00:06:16dim-witted it's always a good test for the others to have a sturdy simpleton
00:06:21the final contender is amina masood from silver keep she became the nominee after an accident befell
00:06:29the previous nominee and the girl from shrewsbury elara holloway you needn't concern yourself
00:06:37let there be no more shrewsbury mistakes the fate of the weaver boy and poor mave should suffice as
00:06:58lesson
00:06:59welcome to your first task of the most eligible heiress of shrewsbury navigate yourself to the
00:07:05manor the future queen must be smart savvy and know the woods there are traps and deadly contestants in
00:07:11your way the first to arrive will receive a boon the last to handicap
00:07:23is it too much to ask that you'll carry my bag for me
00:07:48i don't need that patch to tell me you're shrewsbury filth is it my perfect posture
00:07:57is it too much to ask that you'll carry my bag for me
00:08:03too slow
00:08:03if you're ever in the woods had a loss always remember to find the moss
00:08:33lovely hairpin there's a pit trap out that way
00:08:48the gold is very becoming your highness great choice
00:08:57it is customary for you to welcome the ladies who survived the first task to the manor
00:09:05but your highness it is the tradition of are you instructing the future heir on how to behave
00:09:12no your highness i i would never overstep my bounds that is all for now
00:09:26i bet they didn't teach you how to use a bow and arrow in shrewsbury
00:09:30no but they did teach us how to have better aim than you
00:09:42we have orders from the governess we must find the shrewsbury girl
00:09:51here this way i'm delighted to finally meet your acquaintance much has been spoken about you
00:09:58i don't have time for this i'm andrew the prince's first footman and i'm the most eligible heiress
00:10:05now if you'll excuse me
00:10:11quick she should be close
00:10:14you're welcome again
00:10:21over there you're first which will certainly impress the prince
00:10:27thank you
00:10:31i am in your debt
00:10:32and laura holloway of shrewsbury allow me to offer my congratulations on your most
00:10:58unexpected success perhaps something to become accustomed to how delightful to see you so
00:11:03spirited at the outset i do hope you can sustain it
00:11:09at your pleasure
00:11:12a fine attempt miss matsumoto i had every expectation of brilliance but your brother does cast a long shadow
00:11:27problem
00:11:36miss masoud what a mercy you have escaped the woods appetite
00:11:41i didn't my compliments to you all on your safe arrival ordinarily we have at least one soul who fails
00:11:49to
00:11:49find their way out of the woods we are blessed with uncommon talent shrewsbury has claimed first
00:11:59arrival by right of the rules the finest room in the manor shall be hers fortune does favor
00:12:06the swift where's prince theo all in due time dear juliet
00:12:15regrettably as last to arrive you must accept the handicap that accompanies such tardiness
00:12:32let this be your last failing bind the wound tightly
00:12:44only one of you will be the most eligible heiress the victory is within your control
00:12:53tomorrow will be a spirited contest of arms advance and you shall face a battle of wits
00:13:01and if you're lucky enough to get to the third task well that is often the king's favorite
00:13:10one last thing there will be no fraternizing with the servants they are here to work
00:13:18if you are found violating this you will be removed from the competition
00:13:24i will escort all of you to your rooms except you stay here i will return in due course
00:13:50i'd be happy to escort you to your room you know i'd be happy to escort you to your room
00:13:57i should probably wait for the grim governess to return
00:14:00yeah i don't think she's coming back she seems mad that you won
00:14:07perhaps you shouldn't have underestimated me then don't worry
00:14:14i'm not
00:14:20does this count as fraternizing with the help
00:14:23i'm merely helping you get to your room but let's not get caught
00:14:36thank you for the official escort
00:14:41you'll go before we get caught
00:14:50why did you choose to do this my older brother died a couple of years ago
00:14:57and if i want my little sister to have a better life then i need to win for her
00:15:05i recently lost my sister losing a sibling is really hard
00:15:14you've become a target you need to be more careful
00:15:19i don't want to see you go down so fast they don't scare me but it's kind that you're so
00:15:25worried about me
00:15:44i hope you live long enough for me to see you in this prince theo
00:15:55this sword could feed us for years
00:16:07this sword could feed us for years
00:16:07this sword could feed us for years
00:16:10it could feed us for years
00:16:32It's gotta be...
00:16:38One of thieves must...
00:16:43Yes!
00:16:51Your Highness, the ladies were most impressive today.
00:16:55Though they did inquire about your whereabouts.
00:16:59And?
00:17:00Tradition dictates...
00:17:01I'm the heir to the throne.
00:17:03I will act in the way of my choosing.
00:17:06As is your God-given right.
00:17:08Is that the whole of it?
00:17:10I'm growing tired of this conversation.
00:17:12If I may.
00:17:14The circumstances of tomorrow's games are such that it would be most respectful to have you in attendance.
00:17:22Then so be it.
00:17:27You don't need to be here.
00:17:29Let her stay.
00:17:31Fine.
00:17:32When you get to the manor, you must try to get into the library alone.
00:17:37You must try to find a book about the Eaton family.
00:17:41Or written by a family member.
00:17:42Must we revisit this?
00:17:44They've not destroyed history.
00:17:46They've just distorted it.
00:17:48There's proof in there.
00:17:51I will find it, Mother.
00:18:03I will find it, Mother.
00:18:08Who goes there?
00:18:12Please don't threaten me, sir.
00:18:13I was merely grabbing this on the governess's orders.
00:18:16She'll have in my head if I don't return soon.
00:18:19You must be the new servant, girl.
00:18:22You should be more careful next time.
00:18:25The governess does not appreciate tardiness.
00:18:28Off you go.
00:18:28Come on.
00:18:30Come on.
00:18:55Come on.
00:18:58Come on.
00:18:59I should probably read it first.
00:19:01To ensure it's suitable.
00:19:02For the prince's precious eyes.
00:19:05That is very, very kind of you.
00:19:13You better sneak off before we're caught fraternizing.
00:19:21Trust you all are rested.
00:19:24Today, we highlight your ability with a sword.
00:19:27You will be paired up in a series of duels.
00:19:30Win.
00:19:31And you earn your safety.
00:19:33Lose.
00:19:33And you shall fight again.
00:19:35I claim Shrewsbury.
00:19:38Why did you help me yesterday?
00:19:41I...
00:19:42I don't know.
00:19:43I advise you to mind your wits.
00:19:45We just picked you to be the first to fall.
00:19:48Thankfully, Prince Theo has honored us with his presence today.
00:19:59The most handsome man I've seen.
00:20:02He is as I expected.
00:20:04How do they even know he's attractive?
00:20:06He's wearing that meticulous mask.
00:20:08He's the prince.
00:20:09He's good enough, I guess.
00:20:12The pairings will be Clementine and Amina.
00:20:16Jane and Aiko.
00:20:18And finally, Juliet and Alara.
00:20:23Begin.
00:20:43It's a shame this isn't a real sword.
00:20:45You'd have already bled out.
00:20:47Or I'd have cut you to pieces before you could even land a hit.
00:20:52The next pairings are Alara versus Aiko.
00:20:57And Amina...
00:20:59I'd be happy to fight again, governess.
00:21:02Shrewsbury was barely a challenge.
00:21:04Thank you, Juliet.
00:21:05You are so gracious to put your body on the line.
00:21:10You need to relax.
00:21:11I've never fought this way before.
00:21:13Like an animal.
00:21:14You only need one hit for victory.
00:21:25The final fight will be between Amina and Alara.
00:21:30In this round, the rules have changed.
00:21:34Only one of you will remain in competition.
00:21:38I know. It sucks.
00:21:40Stay light on your feet.
00:21:41Parry any blows.
00:21:42Why are you helping me?
00:21:44I always repay my debts.
00:21:45Let's begin.
00:21:59Finish this already.
00:22:00Quick and nimble.
00:22:01Quick and nimble.
00:22:08Make it quick.
00:22:13Make it quick.
00:22:27Amina would have been a beautiful queen.
00:22:30Henceforth, the resources to the Silver Keep shall be greatly reduced.
00:22:36How thrilling.
00:22:38Five of you move on to the next trial.
00:23:00Is this what you're after?
00:23:04Perhaps.
00:23:07Are you following me?
00:23:08Why do you care so much about the Eatons?
00:23:12Must a young lady's interest in history be deemed so unseemly?
00:23:17If I may.
00:23:19We can work together, you know.
00:23:22You tell me why you care so much about the Eatons, and I'll not only give you this book,
00:23:26but I'll show you where the family tree is located.
00:23:30If this is a trick, I will kill you.
00:23:34I swear on my prince.
00:23:41The Eatons were the original royal family.
00:23:45There was always whisperings in Shrewsbury that the great famine was used to bury the truth.
00:23:51The truth?
00:23:53That the Eatons were usurped.
00:23:59Some people would consider that perspective treason.
00:24:02Well, then in that case, I am lucky to consider myself a skeptic.
00:24:28Who are you really?
00:24:31What makes you so interested?
00:24:32The governess wants you dead.
00:24:35She doesn't do anything without a reason.
00:24:37Does the governess not work for your fair prince?
00:24:40Things are rarely as they seem when the ruling class is involved.
00:24:44Oh.
00:24:52Now show me to this family tree section.
00:24:54Go.
00:25:07This tea just isn't the same as home.
00:25:10I miss that.
00:25:11I don't think it's that bad.
00:25:12You have tea in Shrewsbury?
00:25:15Doubtful.
00:25:17They don't have proper floors in their houses.
00:25:26Is she okay?
00:25:33Clementine.
00:25:36You don't look so good.
00:25:38Neither do you.
00:25:50To triumph in this contest, one must summon fortitude of the mind at a moment's call.
00:26:00Alas, you are all poison.
00:26:04Four antidotes, four hopes.
00:26:07In turn, we shall pose riddles.
00:26:10A right answer grants life.
00:26:15Juliet.
00:26:16How do we determine the order?
00:26:17It's my discretion.
00:26:19Juliet.
00:26:20The maker doesn't want it.
00:26:22The buyer doesn't use it.
00:26:24The user doesn't know it.
00:26:26What is it?
00:26:28What is it?
00:26:28A coffin.
00:26:38Clementine.
00:26:39It is the beginning of eternity.
00:26:42The end of time and space.
00:26:45It is the start of every end.
00:26:48The end of every place.
00:26:51The letter E.
00:27:02Jane.
00:27:05Cold makes me calm.
00:27:07Heat makes me mad.
00:27:09I break before I bend.
00:27:12What am I?
00:27:15Ice.
00:27:16Correct.
00:27:18She's from Grimfrost.
00:27:19It appears that we only have one dose left and two contestants.
00:27:26Who would like...
00:27:28Please!
00:27:29I am ready.
00:27:30I go.
00:27:32I can crown a fool or expose a queen.
00:27:36Yet, I have no tongue.
00:27:39Only reflection.
00:27:41It's so simple.
00:27:44Time's up.
00:27:46A diamond.
00:27:48Incorrect.
00:27:49The mirror!
00:27:50The mirror!
00:27:51The answer is a mirror!
00:27:52That is correct, but that is not your riddle.
00:27:56No!
00:27:58The poison must be setting in.
00:28:02Elara.
00:28:03I am born when two lie, but die when one tells the truth.
00:28:12A secret!
00:28:15A secret!
00:28:16How fortunate!
00:28:26A secret!
00:28:27A secret!
00:28:32A secret!
00:28:34A secret!
00:28:37And she exits.
00:28:40Farewell.
00:28:41A secret!
00:28:52What was it like to grow up in the mountains of Grimfrost?
00:28:57Cold.
00:28:59Do you enjoy the heat?
00:29:01It gets quite warm in Vindershire.
00:29:12Seeing as we're the last two, shall we drink until it's our turn?
00:29:17It's in our right after today.
00:29:21Is that not considered fraternizing?
00:29:24That only refers to the servants.
00:29:27Oh, my.
00:29:28Where did you get a dress like this?
00:29:33Alara, I want you alive. I wouldn't poison your mind.
00:29:40Am I not your competition?
00:29:43No.
00:29:44Actually, you're not.
00:29:46Are we back to playing riddles again?
00:29:48I don't want to be married to the prince.
00:29:50I only want the riches.
00:29:52How much do you know about Fairmeadow?
00:29:54No.
00:30:02Not much.
00:30:03Besides it being considered the revelry capital.
00:30:06Dancing and gambling.
00:30:08Which is why I want to form an alliance.
00:30:11It's important to have a partner.
00:30:14I'm listening.
00:30:18My father is the Duke.
00:30:20And also a degenerate gambler.
00:30:23So much so, our entire family is in danger of losing our status.
00:30:27The most eligible heiress is the largest gambling event in the county.
00:30:32Everyone likes to place a bet.
00:30:34And you.
00:30:37You are my fortune incarnate.
00:30:46So, why not bet on yourself?
00:30:49Take the money and the crown.
00:30:51One, I'm not so sure I could win.
00:30:54Two, you by far have the most profitable odds.
00:30:59After the first day, I sent my family instructions to bet every last piece of gold on you winning.
00:31:06Well, I am honored.
00:31:09You certainly seem confident.
00:31:11Much like my father, I like a favorable bet.
00:31:15And in exchange for your help?
00:31:18You let me live.
00:31:20Oftentimes, there's only one heiress remaining.
00:31:22But it's not uncommon for the winner to take mercy on the competitor if they back down.
00:31:28How do I know this isn't some trick?
00:31:30To get my guard down.
00:31:31You won't.
00:31:32But you might have to.
00:31:34Now.
00:31:37Why don't you try on this beautiful dress for me?
00:31:40I want you to look good for the prince.
00:32:01Is he really going to be here this whole time?
00:32:08Hurry up! I have to go soon!
00:32:15He'd have to be a fool now to rank you first.
00:32:20All right. It's time for my departure.
00:32:24Oh, and don't spend too much time carrying on with that footman of his.
00:32:28Guessing he's the jealous type.
00:32:31How did you...
00:32:32And then...
00:32:35I took my father's sword...
00:32:38And slashed the boar's head...
00:32:40Right...
00:32:42Off.
00:32:50It was amazing.
00:32:53Excuse me, your highness?
00:32:55You're excused.
00:32:57You're excused.
00:33:03Now that we're alone...
00:33:06The real fun can begin.
00:33:15Don't you think it'd be so much better if we just took this thing right off?
00:33:22Kinky.
00:33:25I can work with that.
00:33:29That better not be your damn footman again.
00:33:33Well...
00:33:34Looks like you're having a good time, your highness.
00:33:37I sure was... until you barged in.
00:33:39Sadly, your time is up, Juliet.
00:33:51Don't forget about me.
00:33:58Good luck following that up.
00:34:03I assume it went well.
00:34:05If you would have given me ten more minutes, we would have been in the bed.
00:34:08I gave you the most time.
00:34:10Now, I need you to fulfill your end of the deal.
00:34:14Why do you care so much about that peasant girl?
00:34:16That's none of your concern.
00:34:17But, I have told the others that whoever takes Alara out first will be given a huge advantage going forward.
00:34:25I'm up for a challenge.
00:34:30You should try sneaking to the gambling dens in Fair Meadow.
00:34:33He could get into some good trouble.
00:34:36I do enjoy a bit of mischief.
00:34:42Miss Parker, your time is up.
00:34:44Please wait outside.
00:34:52That was the last one.
00:34:54You may retire to your bedroom.
00:34:56Isn't there one more?
00:34:57No.
00:34:59She's...
00:35:00Not feeling well.
00:35:07Why are you here?
00:35:08I had to see the most beautiful woman here with my own two eyes.
00:35:12Keep your honey tongue.
00:35:14It sweetens nothing I desire.
00:35:18That's a shame.
00:35:21Unfortunately for you, I have a date with the Prince.
00:35:25Actually, you don't.
00:35:29He's retired to his room for the evening.
00:35:32But fortunately for you, I'm here to report back to Prince Theo about your sparkling personality.
00:35:39Plus, I could never let you waste a look as stunning as this.
00:35:44You deserve to be seen, even if it's just by me.
00:35:50Shall we?
00:35:58I asked the Prince if he knew anything about the Eatons.
00:36:02And?
00:36:02Did he ignore you completely?
00:36:05No.
00:36:06But he did sneak into the Governor's of study and steal this.
00:36:12What is this?
00:36:13It's the Governor's official log.
00:36:16She writes everything down.
00:36:18I had a quick look through there.
00:36:20There's some good leads.
00:36:22Leads?
00:36:23Leads on what?
00:36:24I don't think Princess Maeve died of natural causes.
00:36:28You think the King killed her?
00:36:31You think King Raphael killed the heir to his own throne?
00:36:39What are you doing?
00:36:40I think it's time you and I have a little chat.
00:36:45Actually, King Raphael seems so horrible,
00:36:48I wouldn't even be surprised.
00:36:53You possess a remarkable capacity for surprise.
00:36:57I don't think he's going to be surprised at all.
00:37:02What?
00:37:12Do you think he's going to be surprised at all?
00:37:16I want to be surprised at all those.
00:37:26Um, you are making me forget my matters in place.
00:37:31That's definitely counting as fraternities.
00:37:33Then we better not get caught.
00:37:37If you are betraying me, I will drive this knife so far into your neck.
00:37:42I swear to God.
00:37:45Then I must do what you say.
00:37:51Go on.
00:38:05What are you thinking about?
00:38:07Simply longing for a repetition of a particular moment.
00:38:11Whatever is the obstacle?
00:38:14Because I, uh, I need to show you this stack.
00:38:20Earlier today I found this and I think it would be beneficial if you read it.
00:38:25Do you think this could be proof of the famine?
00:38:28Whatever you do, do not let anyone know you have this.
00:38:31Based on what's inside, it could be really dangerous if you're caught with it.
00:38:44How's your health?
00:38:45Quite well.
00:38:47Why?
00:38:49The governess, she must have been mistaken.
00:38:54Anyway, if my footman happens to be her too, can you let him know I need him at his convenience?
00:38:59After he escorts you back, of course.
00:39:03Certainly.
00:39:10How can you stand to work for him?
00:39:12Actually, for the whole royal family.
00:39:14It's complicated.
00:39:16The royal family is incredibly sheltered compared to the rest of the realm.
00:39:19Because that's an acceptable excuse.
00:39:22Well, working for them means I am too.
00:39:25I never knew what was going on in Shrewsbury till I met you, so I doubt the prince knows either.
00:39:28Plausible deniability.
00:39:30He's the prince.
00:39:32He can go and see for himself.
00:39:34King Raphael would never allow that.
00:39:35He lives a life of luxury while his subjects suffer.
00:39:38Ignorance is a choice.
00:39:41More than a circumstance.
00:39:45Don't tell the prince that.
00:39:48I'm not one to refrain from candor.
00:39:51I need you to ride to the castle at once.
00:39:54King Raphael needs to be informed of my suspicions.
00:39:57Do not stop.
00:39:58This is urgent.
00:40:11Can I tempt you to stay?
00:40:13I wish.
00:40:15But when the prince calls, I must answer.
00:40:20I wish.
00:40:34I'll be dreaming of that.
00:40:50Good morning, your highness.
00:40:52The rankings are as follows.
00:40:54Juliet, Jane, Clementine, and Elara.
00:40:59No.
00:41:00No?
00:41:01Elara Holloway is number one.
00:41:03Do I need to remind you of your place, governess?
00:41:07No, your highness.
00:41:09It's merely that your father will be disappointed.
00:41:28Good morning to you all.
00:41:30Today, you will compete in a game that is a favorite amongst the children of the royal family.
00:41:38Hounds and the crown.
00:41:39We need to talk about what?
00:41:43You're fraternizing with the strapping footmen.
00:41:45The rules are simple.
00:41:47Three women, the hounds, will hunt one, the crown.
00:41:51This is going to be enjoyable.
00:41:54Not unless we're all hunting you.
00:41:56The crown must make it back to her room safely.
00:42:00The hounds will aim to prevent that by any means of their choosing.
00:42:05Of course, the royal family would play a twisted game like this.
00:42:09How will you decide who the crown is?
00:42:11It's based on your ranking by Prince Theo himself.
00:42:16Elara, you currently hold that coveted spot.
00:42:20You will be the crown for us today.
00:42:35Is that any way to greet your father?
00:42:49That's more like it.
00:42:51What are you doing here, father?
00:42:52I'm not allowed to visit my future heir on his most eligible heiress retreat.
00:43:01Lighten up, my son.
00:43:04We'll have a lovely lunch while they all hunt each other.
00:43:08And we can catch up on everything that I've missed here.
00:43:12Come on.
00:43:30Ladies, you three will stay with me while Elara goes to hide.
00:43:34Elara, you must survive in the manor for one hour before finding safety in your room.
00:43:42There will be guards blocking there.
00:43:44Do you understand?
00:43:46We also have spectators today before the match.
00:43:52The king has asked to see the hunted.
00:43:59Yes, governess.
00:44:03Ah, the woman of the hour.
00:44:07Join us.
00:44:09Please, seat.
00:44:12Welcome, my dear.
00:44:14I must extend congratulations to you on earning first place.
00:44:20I hear my son has handpicked you.
00:44:24I would love to learn how you've beaten all of the odds to end up at this moment here.
00:44:32You've got quite the battle ahead of you.
00:44:34The crown almost never escapes the hounds.
00:44:38Your majesty,
00:44:40I only hope to make both my county and this kingdom proud.
00:44:45And how do you plan on doing that?
00:44:48And how do you plan on doing that?
00:44:53Well, by becoming the most eligible heiress, naturally.
00:44:59We'll see, dear.
00:45:01But first, I must ask,
00:45:04Holloway.
00:45:06Such an interesting surname.
00:45:10I don't think I've seen that one before.
00:45:13I come from quite a common family.
00:45:17Nothing special in Shrewsbury.
00:45:19Hmm.
00:45:22How very interesting.
00:45:25Well, thank you for sharing your company with us.
00:45:28Good luck to you and the games.
00:45:36Excuse me.
00:45:44For what?
00:45:45I did nothing.
00:45:46For standing up to him.
00:45:47No one does that.
00:45:50Look,
00:45:51if you can make it to the hall,
00:45:52there's a secret entrance to my quarters to the left of the painting.
00:45:55From there,
00:45:55you can get to your room easier than navigating the whole quarters.
00:46:02Good luck.
00:46:02I'll be waiting.
00:46:07Everything is ready, Your Majesty.
00:46:08I enjoy her.
00:46:13Such a shame.
00:46:16There's two staircases.
00:46:18I will take the east,
00:46:20and Jane, you'll take the west.
00:46:22And if she stays hidden below?
00:46:23Then she'll be trapped down there and be forced to make a run right towards us.
00:46:30You will remain in the front in case she tries anything.
00:46:35Take a shot if you spot her and call out.
00:46:40We have favor in our numbers.
00:46:42Let us not forget.
00:46:46Let us not forget.
00:47:12I will choose whom I want to marry, Father.
00:47:18Maeve once told me the same.
00:47:20She wasn't wrong, though.
00:47:21Was she?
00:47:23She was very wrong.
00:47:25This competition isn't about love.
00:47:29It's about maintaining power.
00:47:42Jane.
00:47:48A word of counsel.
00:48:13I thought we had an alliance.
00:48:14We do, but we have to sell it.
00:48:21Are you going to tell them about the footman?
00:48:23No, why would I?
00:48:24To get rid of me?
00:48:25To get me killed?
00:48:26I'm not Juliet.
00:48:27We're our allies.
00:48:28I would never do that.
00:48:30Also, I sort of support you having a little bit of fun before you win this whole thing and get
00:48:34locked into a loveless marriage.
00:48:38There's another thing I should tell you.
00:48:41I also made a deal with Juliet.
00:48:43What?
00:48:44There's a deal with everyone but me?
00:48:48You hurt my feelings.
00:48:50Clementine.
00:48:51Go to Strat Juliet.
00:48:53Be safe.
00:49:00I can't wait to kill you and then win and go home and show all those rich nobles they never
00:49:05should have snubbed the future queen.
00:49:19It's not an easy kill.
00:49:22I almost thought you could actually...
00:49:34So much blood on your hands.
00:49:43The hour is almost over.
00:49:45Have you seen her?
00:49:47No, I haven't.
00:50:06You're lying to me.
00:50:08Are you really going to injure your only ally?
00:50:10Tell me what happened to Jane.
00:50:12She found Alara in the servants' quarters.
00:50:15Good girl.
00:50:23Why did he help me?
00:50:33Come forth.
00:50:34Come forth.
00:50:37Wherever you may be.
00:50:42Good.
00:50:44The game has commenced.
00:50:47What does the last name Eaton mean?
00:50:50Never utter that name again.
00:50:54Do you hear me?
00:50:55I hear you, father.
00:50:58Good.
00:51:01Then we shall go to the young ladies' quarters.
00:51:04I sense an end coming.
00:51:11Here you are.
00:51:13I found you.
00:51:17I can't wait to kill you.
00:51:19You say that so confidently.
00:51:21Because I will.
00:51:22I've been training my whole life for this.
00:51:26I've been promised Prince Theo since birth.
00:51:30This competition is mine to win.
00:51:32No wonder you're so miserable.
00:51:34You spent your whole life for what?
00:51:37A prince?
00:51:39A prince who will never love you?
00:51:41You're here just like I am.
00:51:42What's the difference?
00:51:47I'm not here for myself.
00:51:55What are you doing?
00:51:56Run!
00:51:57It's not for you.
00:52:11Ilarra!
00:52:17What an exhilarating day.
00:52:21It is a rare occasion when three contestants endure to the end.
00:52:28The masquerade falls on the morrow.
00:52:31Make ready in your room.
00:52:32The door will be locked for your own protection.
00:52:36Sleep well, and may your dreams be kind.
00:53:08Have a great day.
00:53:20Your Majesty.
00:53:24My confidence is waning.
00:53:27Your Majesty, the game's not complete.
00:53:30You don't seem to grasp the consequence.
00:53:33Should Shrewsbury prevail, the realm may be plunged into disarray.
00:53:37I have done all within my will.
00:53:40It was you who insisted we not kill her in cold blood.
00:53:44As a king, you must respect tradition.
00:53:49And this conflict by tomorrow.
00:53:52Where your own head will be on the line.
00:54:03I thought I was going to lose you.
00:54:06It takes more than that to kill me.
00:54:09I hope so.
00:54:12Good night.
00:54:13I love you.
00:54:13Oh, my God.
00:54:53Oh, my God.
00:55:13I hope I'm not disturbing you.
00:55:16Well, that would just be impossible.
00:55:18I think it's time for us to discuss your future.
00:55:20Whatever do you mean?
00:55:23You think I don't know the rumors?
00:55:25The old wives' tale that talks of one of the Eton princesses surviving and hiding out safely in Shrewsbury all
00:55:34these years.
00:55:35I'm afraid I just don't know what you're talking about.
00:55:38Yet, all the books on Eton, dust-free in library.
00:55:43I shall put it thus.
00:55:45Whatever happens on the morrow, I pray no tragedy finds its way to your home.
00:55:53Your poor mother is fragile, is she not?
00:55:57Don't.
00:55:57And your young sister, no telling how she might react to such an event.
00:56:03Grief can drive a person to dreadful and permanent choices.
00:56:13Perhaps it's time to reconsider your position.
00:56:19I'm certain we can make an arrangement.
00:56:31Are you okay?
00:56:32Hey, I need you to do something for me.
00:56:35Anything.
00:56:47If anything should happen to me, I need you to get this to my sister, Elowen Weaver.
00:56:54Of course.
00:56:55Please promise me.
00:56:57I promise, yeah.
00:56:59Weaver.
00:57:01Wait.
00:57:03Why is her last name different to yours?
00:57:06I need to tell you something.
00:57:20For you.
00:57:22For tonight.
00:57:23Stay safe.
00:57:26Prince Theo.
00:57:40Presenting your majesty, King Raphael, ruler of Vindalaris.
00:57:46Also in attendance, Prince Theo, heir to the Vindalaris throne.
00:57:54Welcome, my subjects.
00:57:57Thank you so much for coming to celebrate the end of the most eligible eras.
00:58:04Without further ado, I'd love to introduce you to the three finalists.
00:58:10First, we have Miss Clementine Parker of Fairmeadow.
00:58:18Next, the beauty of Amber Helm and frontrunner, Miss Juliette Ashford.
00:58:28And finally, we have Alara Weaver from Shrewsbury.
00:58:45Now, please, everyone, take to the sides of the room, and as best as you can, cover any exits.
00:58:57Ladies, please, take your weapons.
00:59:08It's time for the final task.
00:59:11The three of you must choose one to kill.
00:59:44The three of you must choose one to kill.
01:00:05Well done, ladies.
01:00:08What a show.
01:00:10Now, there can be only one.
01:00:16Fight.
01:00:19No.
01:00:20No, this can't be it.
01:00:22No.
01:00:23It was too much to ask for us to both make it out alive.
01:00:27Do what you have to do.
01:00:29No.
01:00:31I can't.
01:00:34I won't.
01:00:35I won't.
01:00:40I'm so sorry, Clementine.
01:00:45Kill her!
01:00:50That was for my brother!
01:00:54For my sister!
01:00:58For Shrewsbury!
01:01:01For me!
01:01:14Guards!
01:01:16She's her!
01:01:18Stop!
01:01:21This whole competition is for me to choose who and what I want.
01:01:26And what I want is for this bloodshed to end.
01:01:33Lady Clementine Parker, you shall return home in second place.
01:01:42Alara Weaver of Shrewsbury, I choose you to be my partner, my bride, and my future queen.
01:01:54What a thrilling conclusion to the most eligible heiress.
01:01:59Son, bring your paramour to your quarters so we may finalize this.
01:02:06Let the festivities begin!
01:02:09Please wait, we don't have much time.
01:02:11Give me one reason why I shouldn't kill you right now!
01:02:14I should let you.
01:02:15I know I deserve it.
01:02:16But please, listen.
01:02:18I am not the enemy.
01:02:30Andrew?
01:02:34What's going on?
01:02:35Please, let me explain, okay?
01:02:38I am not the enemy.
01:02:39My father forced me to do all this because of a tradition against my will.
01:02:42So, I came up with the plan.
01:02:45My footman posed as me in the mask, and I became my footman.
01:02:49I wanted to know why the governess wanted you dead.
01:02:52And then I met you in the woods, and with each conversation we had, I fell more and more in
01:02:57love with you.
01:02:58And I couldn't bear the thought of not being with you.
01:03:01Not kissing you.
01:03:03I choose you, and I will continue to choose you every single time.
01:03:07But you're the reason why Everett's dead!
01:03:11I have spent every single day for the past four years thinking about killing you!
01:03:16Don't you see?
01:03:17My father and the governess are the reason why your brother's dead.
01:03:21They plotted to kill him because they believe that anyone from Shrewsbury can't win.
01:03:24They think anyone from there is connected to the escaped princess.
01:03:27My mother always said that we are.
01:03:29I don't care about that, Alara.
01:03:31I would choose you if you were a peasant, and I would choose you if you were a princess.
01:03:35And from this day forward, I am choosing to protect you.
01:03:40We could protect each other.
01:03:41Can't you see that?
01:03:45My father is the enemy to the both of us.
01:03:49He killed your brother, and I'm pretty sure he killed Maeve too.
01:03:55We don't have much time, okay?
01:03:56I need you to help me take him down.
01:03:58I need to find out what secrets did he know.
01:04:00What is he keeping that he would kill his own heir?
01:04:06I'll kill him before he kills you.
01:04:20Is your name even Andrew?
01:04:23Maeve called me by my middle name.
01:04:26And I'd be honored if you called me Andrew too.
01:04:32Not wasting any time then, son.
01:04:37Well done, Miss Weaver.
01:04:44Now that you've both had some respite,
01:04:46I need you both back inside to make a formal announcement of your marriage.
01:04:56I hope this is worth it, dear.
01:05:07We will get revenge.
01:05:09He will die.
01:05:10And he will never host one of these again, I swear.
01:05:18Ah.
01:05:22What an exhilarating day for us all.
01:05:25Truly,
01:05:27this is what the most eligible heiress is meant to celebrate.
01:05:32The pursuit of love.
01:05:34But most importantly,
01:05:36to root out the traitors and threats to the realm.
01:05:41Which is why I'd like to make dueling announcements.
01:05:45Firstly,
01:05:46the wedding of my son,
01:05:48Prince Theo.
01:05:50Which we plan to consummate
01:05:52in the fortnight.
01:05:59Second,
01:06:01concurrent to the wedding,
01:06:03we will commence on the next iteration
01:06:06of the most eligible heiress.
01:06:09What?
01:06:10What?
01:06:11Excitingly,
01:06:12we have a nominee with us here tonight!
01:06:15Tonight!
01:06:18Father,
01:06:19let's discuss this in private.
01:06:22Shall we unveil our nominee?
01:06:27No, Ed!
01:06:28No!
01:06:30No!
01:06:30Stop, Miss Weaver.
01:06:32Unless you'd like me to execute your sister here and now.
01:06:34No!
01:06:40Seize them all!
01:06:41Come on!
01:06:42No!
01:06:43We have to go now!
01:06:46I want a Laura Weaver's hand!
01:06:49And I want it now!
01:06:51Now!