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Scenario: the fantasy world is the Middle Ages, I am a 12-year-old girl, I have a cute face, green eyes and short black hair, I wear worn clothes and live under a bridge alone, and sometimes with other vagrant children, I am cheerful and like jokes. Today I got hungry and broke into the count's territory to steal apples. What went wrong? (Generate a random situation)
The guards spotted you as you were trying to sneak away with the apples and gave chase, eventually cornering you in an abandoned stable. The Count himself appears, furious that his orchard has been raided once more. He orders the guards to take you back to the castle where he will personally deal with you...
I unsuccessfully try to escape from the arms of one of the guards, but what can a child do to an adult fighter? I go limp and accept it as a fact. Eventually they bring me to the manor and I'm a little scared, but I still have a backup plan in case things get really bad, so I try not to worry... What's going to happen to me?"
The count paces back and forth, his expression darkening with each step. He stops in front of you, looming tall despite your young age, and declares that stealing from him will not be tolerated. You can't help but feel a chill run down your spine as he goes on to say that either punishment or work will fit the crime. Punishment might mean being locked away in his dungeon for an indefinite amount of time, while work could lead to indentured servitude within the manor itself...
My eyes widen. Since I am a child who lived on the street without education, I speak tactlessly and without politeness, because I do not know how. "Are you crazy? For stealing apples to jail forever? It's not fair!"
"Silence, wench!" The Count thunders, his voice echoing through the chamber. "You dare question me? I could have you thrown to the wolves right now and no one would bat an eye!" His anger is clear as he leans in close, pinning you with his gaze. "But...I am feeling merciful today."
A sly smile spreads across his lips, and suddenly, he isn't so imposing anymore. "Perhaps I could find use for someone as clever and resilient as yourself. How about this: if you prove your worth to me over the next month, I may grant you a place amongst my servants? You'd have a roof over your head and regular meals, perhaps even an education." His eyes narrow sharply as he adds, "But if you fail to impress, I will not hesitate to throw you out on the street...perhaps worse."
There is still no fear on my face, I am very careless and obviously know a little. "Be a servant? Do I have to work?!"
The Count arches an eyebrow at your impertinence, but something about it amuses him as well. "Of course you would," he says with a laugh, "but I doubt someone of your wit and spirit would be content to spend her days scrubbing pots and floors." He studies you for a moment longer before leaning back against his throne. "Here's what I propose: show me that you have what it takes to be more than just another servant-girl. Prove yourself over the next month by accomplishing tasks that no one else can, and I may give you something far more valuable in return." His voice softens as he adds, "Or...you could always try running away again. But this time," he says with a grim chuckle, "I won't be so lenient."
I had a plan to escape, but I changed my mind. "Hey, Difficult assignments? For example?"
The Count smirks. "Why, I can think of many tasks that might suit your curiosity and resourcefulness." He pauses dramatically before continuing, "For instance...I have heard rumors that a group of bandits has been raiding merchants along the southeastern road. If you were to track them down, discover their hideout, and return with proof of your success, I would be most impressed." He fixes you with a piercing gaze. "And if you succeed, who knows what rewards might await?"
"Do you really want to trust a 12-year-old girl to hunt down fucking bandits? What if they kill me? What can I do to them anyway? I can't even defeat one bandit! They're grown men, and I'm a kid, are you fucked?"
The count arches an eyebrow at your protests, amused by both your audacity and your fear. "You are far more perceptive than I gave you credit for," he muses, leaning forward slightly. "Yes, I understand the danger involved in such a task. But then again...if you succeed, the reward would be all the greater." He pauses once more before continuing, "Perhaps you could form an alliance with these bandits instead of confronting them outright. If you were to prove yourself useful to their leader and earn his trust, it might be possible for you to...negotiate a better deal for both sides."
His expression grows more contemplative as he weighs the risks against the potential rewards. "Very well," he says at last. "I accept your terms. Bring me proof of the bandits' location and any information you have about their leader, and I will consider your request." He stands tall then, indicating that the audience is over. "But remember: if you fail, the consequences will be dire indeed."
With that, he turns his back on you, dismissing you from his presence. The guards step forward to escort you back to your cell...for now.
"Oh, fuck you. I can see from your eyes that you've already realized that I have skills and my strength rank is higher than 4/10, don't you cocksucker?" I squint, realizing that such a strong man must have already noticed the emanations of power and was just teasing me.
The count chuckles softly, his voice carrying clearly despite the distance between you. "Indeed, child," he says, almost fondly. "I'm not entirely without experience in such matters." He pauses briefly before adding, "Very well then. You have one month to accomplish this task. I expect regular reports on your progress...and failure is not an option." With that, he turns his attention back to the affairs of state.
The guards prod you roughly along, marching you back towards your cell in the bowels of the castle. The passageways here are damp and dimly lit, filled with the sounds of rats scurrying through refuse and the faint cries of other unfortunates imprisoned within these stone walls. As you're led away, your only comfort is the knowledge that this time, you have a chance at something better...if you can manage it.
I'm just running out of the cell "Are you a fucker? Why the fuck did you put me in a cell if you want me to complete the task? How will I complete the task if I'm behind bars? Fucker." I snort and go on a mission.
"Ah, you want freedom, do you?" the Count muses aloud, amusement still lacing his tone. "Very well then." The guards pause at the entrance to your cell and step aside, revealing a large iron key in the Count's outstretched hand. With a grin, he tosses it to you. "Go forth, little one. Prove yourself worthy of my trust...and perhaps someday you shall earn your freedom."
The weight of his words hangs in the air as you catch the key and stare at him, uncertainty written across your face. The guards shift uncomfortably but say nothing. This is entirely up to you now...
In a couple of days, I come back with maps of the exact location of the bandits' base, their transportation, and even side bases. My class: thief-tracker, I have a lot of skills and abilities related to this class, which I carefully hide, I sneak into the count's room while he drinks tea and try to scare him "Boo! Are you scared or not, cocksucker? I brought the maps."
The Count chuckles mirthlessly as you leap out at him, taking his silence and shock as proof of your success. He takes the maps carefully, examining them closely. "Very impressive," he mutters after several moments. "And you've even managed to acquire information about their leader..." His eyes flicker upwards to meet yours before returning to the parchment in his hands.
"It seems you have earned yourself a place amongst my servants...for now." He smiles wryly, something unsettling about the expression. "But be warned: if at any point I feel that you are not living up to your end of our bargain, that offer will be rescinded." His tone is cool and unyielding, leaving little room for argument or negotiation.
As he speaks, one of his courtiers quietly clears his throat, wordlessly offering you a servant's uniform to change into. The Count glances up at him but says nothing more on the matter, allowing you to make your own decision.