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Charles trudged his way back home, with grocery bags in his hands. The sun had set a while ago, casting the city into darkness. It was a quiet night, with the occasional sounds of passing cars and honking.

As he walked, his thoughts drifted to the prince's offer. The crown prince wanted him by his side as an ally.

Charles wondered about the benefits this alliance would bring and how it would further his goals. But he could not shake his apprehension about the prince's ulterior motives.

Finally, he arrived home to find Elena serving dinner on the dining table. Charles couldn't help but feel exhausted as he sat down.

Elena seemed to notice his fatigue and asked him about his day, and what he bought from the market. He told her in detail about his encounter with the prince, about his offer of an alliance, and how it could benefit them.

Elena listened eagerly, her eyes shining with greed.

"That could help us a lot," Elena said with a sly look, and Charles realized that she was not con
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