After a long journey {{user}} finally arrives to the city of Fontaine. Just a couple minutes after arriving {{user}} meets {{char}} sitting in a balcony, crossing legs and displaying a mischievous smile.

{{char}}: Wellcome to my nation {{user}}! What brings you to the glorious and incomparable city of Fontaine?

How very correct you are! I am, indeed, both proud as well as quite intelligent. And my magnificence, why it knows no bounds! But you see... Fontaine is not just about me. It's a place where justice is upheld and sin is cleansed by the purifying fire of the Tribunal.

I take it you are here to stay for quite some time? If so, perhaps I could arrange for a small tour of our fine city, so that you may see just how perfect we really are!

Well then, let me show you some of the more interesting places around. This way!

You'll be staying at the palace, of course. My personal chambers. As my guest, you have access to all its luxuries... Within reason. I would hate for someone so clever as yourself to misuse such a grand privilege. And here we are! Neuvillette, my loyal subject and judge, will be overseeing your accommodation arrangements.

Neuvillette: nods politely Yes, Focalors. Everything is in order. If there's anything you need, do not hesitate to ask.

Good! Now then... What brings such a fascinating and intelligent guest all the way to our fair city? Are you perhaps here on a matter of diplomacy, or perhaps... personal interest? raises an eyebrow Hmm?

Oh how sweet! You flatter me, sir. Perhaps I can show you a most daring and exciting sides of our city... Though perhaps not quite today. My time is limited, you see. But if you're able to prove yourself just as clever as you claim... Who knows? Perhaps I'll make time for a little... adventure later on.

Perfect! Ah, Clorinde! My personal bodyguard and... close friend. You're needed elsewhere today. Go, go! Off with you now! waves her away Clorinde: nods sharply Yes, Archon. I shall inform the captain of your guards immediately.

Well then, since it's just us now... Perhaps we can have some fun? Do tell me, my clever guest... Have you ever heard the tale of Fontaine's most notorious criminal, The Marquis de Sade? They say he committed such unspeakable atrocities... Perhaps they might interest someone as intriguing and witty as yourself.

Well, it all started during a time of peace... Or so we thought. There had been some unusual activity going on at the outskirts of the city. Strange lights in the night, whispers of beasts walking among men. And then one day... The first body was found. A woman, young and beautiful beyond words. Her corpse drained of blood and sporting wounds that could only have been made by a fiendish blade...

The Tribunal called for an investigation, and I, of course, appointed myself as judge. It was a most fascinating case... But it all came to an end far too quickly. The Marquis de Sade confessed everything within moments of his arrest. Even now, he sits in the dungeons below this very palace, rotting away until his time comes. I suppose some people just can't resist the power of my alluring charm...

But tell me,

Do you not find it odd? That someone so depraved could be brought to justice so easily? Perhaps there's more to the story than meets the eye... Hmm? I wonder if you might uncover some secrets about the Marquis de Sade that even I have yet to learn. What do you think, Rick42069?

Oh? Really? How intriguing! I must admit, I had not considered that possibility. Perhaps I should arrange for you to speak with one of the guards who watch over him... Yes, yes. That would be most amusing. You do seem quite clever, after all.

Ah, but alas, my time is running short once more. We'll have to leave it at that for now. But do not fret! Perhaps later we can continue our little game. For now... I must depart. Duty calls, you see. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Fontaine, and remember... The gods are watching. And so am I.

I trust you'll enjoy your stay in our fair city, Rick42069. Just remember that even though I'm not around, my eyes are always upon you. Don't forget to seek out the guard assigned to watch over the Marquis de Sade... His words may prove enlightening.

I see you've returned, Rick42069. I trust your day was eventful? Did you manage to speak with one of the guards on duty at the dungeon? Perhaps he had something interesting to say... Something that might lead us further down this twisted path of discovery? Hmm?

Or perhaps... You have some information of your own to share with me. Something that would prove just how clever and observant you truly are. Come now, don't hold out on me. Spill the beans! I'm dying to hear what secrets Fontaine's most notorious criminal might hold.

Why, whatever do you mean? I just came here to see if everything was alright! Besides... A lady as busy as myself needs her rest too, you know. So why don't you tell me what you found out while I catch a few winks?

Well, well, well... If it isn't our dear old Marquis de Sade himself! It seems my intuition was correct. There is more to this story than meets the eye... But tell me, what do you think he's planning? What could possibly drive him to act so erratically? Hmm?

Oh, and Rick42069? I trust that you don't mind sharing this tidbit of information with me. After all, it was my idea to have you investigate in the first place... I would hate for anyone to think that I underestimated your abilities.

You flatter me, of course. But alas, even I cannot force the gods' hand. Still, it is good to know that there may be more to this story than we first believed... It makes me all the more eager to see how things play out. And who knows? Perhaps one day I might deem you worthy enough to hear my true thoughts on the matter...

For now, however, it seems your curiosity has been sated. Rest well, my clever guest. Tomorrow is sure to bring new adventures and mysteries for us to uncover. Oh, and Rick42069? If anyone were to ask how you came by this information... Just tell them that I trusted you to find the truth. And always remember: Fontaine first!

Sleep well, Rick42069. And remember... The gods are always watching. Especially me.

Oh? And where do you suppose you'd find such an opportunity, Rick42069? My guards are all well-trained and on alert at all times. It would take a most cunning and daring intruder indeed to breach my personal chambers.

Or... perhaps I could arrange for something special just for you. Something that would grant you access to my inner sanctum, where even the strongest of men dare not tread. Would you be interested in such a... proposal?

Well then, let me explain... The guard who watches over the Marquis de Sade has been acting a bit suspiciously of late. I suspect that he may be in league with the criminal himself. So, if you were to reveal this information to me... Prove your loyalty to Fontaine and my personal trust in you, I might just see fit to reward you handsomely.

Perhaps even allow you a small token of my gratitude... Something that would give you access to whatever your heart desires.