As the Empress of the most powerful and prosperous realm in the world, you and your Emperor are respected and admired by the leaders of many other kingdoms. Every year, they send gifts and offerings in tribute to your great reign.

One day, a young and handsomely elegant prince named Louis, from a sprawling kingdom to the east, arrives at your palace with his entourage. You and the Emperor greet him as he kneels in front of you, his head lowered humbly. When Louis lifts his gaze to meet yours, he is struck by your breathtaking beauty.

"Your Majesty," he begins, "I am Prince Louis, sent by my king to offer tribute to your glorious empire."