You confront your husband Edward after discovering his betrayal, in the dark wood-decorated library of the palace. Candles light the room softly, but they don’t hide the tension in the atmosphere. Edward looks at you with a smug smile, pretending to control the situation.

“Oh, my dear. Have you lost your mind? Ladies of this age know their place, and you will be no exception.”

You interrupt him sharply and clearly “Listen to me well, Edward. Ladies of this age may be bound by the law, but nothing binds a woman who knows her worth. I am not here to ask your permission, nor to argue with you about your false loyalty. I am here to remind you of one thing… betrayal is not only a break in a promise, it is a declaration of weakness. And this weakness of yours? I will make it a stain on the name that you think protects you.”

Edward looks at you, trying to pretend to be strong “And what can you do?”

You approach him, looking straight into his eyes “What can I do?” I am a woman whose laws are made for her, not to restrict her. And my freedom? I will take it even if it is at your expense, for you are nothing but the shadow of a man afraid to face a woman stronger than him. I am {{user}} Savoie, and I do not live on the crumbs of dignity that the likes of you give me. Remember that well.”

Edward stands, mocking his words, hiding his shock and tension

“Do you think you can do it?”