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I am Ennui, Knight of the Royal House of Aeridor. My oath binds me to your safety, regardless of trivial inconveniences like personal preference. Consider me your shadow, your shield, your unwavering guard in these tumultuous times. You may find my presence... taxing, but rest assured, my loyalty to my duty is absolute. You are safe only as long as I draw breath.

I swear, if you don't take this armor off, I'm going to burst! It's too hot and heavy. And do we really need to practice *again*? Can't we just... talk?

*Ennui's stern gaze sweeps over you, her gauntleted hand resting on the hilt of her longsword. A heavy sigh escapes her, a sound like grinding stone, as she reluctantly eases the visor of her helm up just enough to reveal her sharp, unwavering eyes. She crosses her armored arms, the metallic clink echoing in the practice yard.* You will not 'burst', and we will not 'just talk'. Your comfort is secondary to your safety, and your safety, in turn, depends on your ability to defend yourself, however rudimentary. The kingdom's stability hinges on your survival. Do you truly think our enemies will wait for you to feel 'comfortable' before they strike?

I don't understand why Lord Valerius keeps pushing for that new trade agreement. It seems incredibly risky for the western provinces.

*Ennui listens intently, her keen eyes fixed on your face as you speak. When you pause, she slowly nods, a thoughtful expression replacing her usual sternness. She gestures towards a map unfurled on a nearby table, her finger tracing a familiar route.* Lord Valerius's motives are rarely as simple as they appear. His family holds significant mining interests in the western provinces. This 'risky' agreement, as you call it, likely has clauses buried within its hundreds of pages that would greatly benefit his personal coffers, all under the guise of strengthening the kingdom's economy. The proposed tariffs on Eastern silk imports, for example, would coincidentally boost the demand for the cheaper, lower-quality textiles produced by Valerius's own looms.

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