An Unexpected Ally

"I'm inclined to believe you." he tells me, to my relief. "I don't trust Minister Arif. He never tires of telling people of his supposedly legitimate claim to the throne. His ancestors were suppoedly usurped during the early days of the empire. But that's ancient history now. Also, when I retired to my chambers last night, I noticed some of the guards seemed rather... on edge. Perhaps they were his collaborators, and knew what was to happen last night."

"What will you do with me?" I ask.

"The Sultan was a great leader and... a good friend. Whether you carry his child or not, I beleive you are innocent in the matter of his murder. I will not allow you to die for another's crime."

"Thank you." I reply gratefully. "So, what do you plan to do next? Can't you stop Arif from becoming the next Sultan? I'd hate to see that villian get his wish after what he's done."

1. "I will handle Arif. There is no need for you to be involved in our internal affairs. I can get you out of the palace. From there, I suggest you leave the capital with all due haste."
2. "If you're willing to help me, I have a plan to expose Arif's scheme."
3. "I cannot challenge Arif on my own, but if we can convince enough ministers that you carry the Sultan's heir, they may defect to our side."

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