The Power of the Ring

Astra could feel as though a strange power was emanating from the ring. Dark thoughts clouded her mind, images that she fought hard against. She stepped awy from the oncoming Exotica. "Wait...wh-what is this ring?"

"It's the source of Minestus' powers as a dragon mage." Exotica explained. "Without it he has lost a great deal of power and will soon cease to be a threat. But you MUST hand that ring over to me, now!"

Astra held her hand out, trembling. Exotica reached forward eagerly, but was pulled back by Fred. "What are you doing, Lord Fred! Unhand me this instant!" She struggled against his grip as he forced her back

Fred felt incredibly guilty for handling his king's daughter in such a way, especially underdressed as she was. But he had had quite enough of the deceptions and deceit from all involved in this magical morass. Even if she was the heir to the throne, he was going to have some answers before anything else could catch him off guard.

"Princess...that ring, it holds some sway over you. You have an unnatural look in your eyes, Highness... desperate, even. Please, for all our sakes, tell us what you know of this ring and what you are planning to do with it." Fred said. Behind him, Elaine had risen and was eying both Exotica and Astra cautiously.

1. Exotica explains that she was recruited from a young age by a secret society of mages whose origins can be traced back to the time of the Great Empire. Their sworn enemies are the dragon-mages.
2. Casting all pretense aside Exotica confesses that she is Minestus' magical apprentice and lover, and that her goal was to kill Belboz (along with any other enemies of Minestus) and claim his ring. She then unleashes a magical barrage
3. Astra can resist no longer, and puts on the magic ring.
4. Suddenly, Sigin...

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