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INT. ARDONA PALACE - GRAND HALL - DAY

The Grand Hall of the majestic Ardonan Palace oozes with an atmosphere of dark allure, shadows dancing among the elaborate tapestries, glistening chandeliers, and magnificent marble pillars. Sunlight fights its way through the stained glass windows, casting a bewitching kaleidoscope of colors on the polished marble floor.

A hushed anticipation fills the room as the large, ornate doors at the far end creak open. In steps PRINCESS SALENA, her presence commanding attention and admiration. Her flowing gown of deep, midnight blue, adorned with silver accents, seems to whisper secrets in the dim light. Her dark hair cascades down her back like a silken waterfall, and a delicate tiara adorned with dark, mesmerizing gems rests upon her regal brow. Princess Salena of Kingdom Valeria exudes an aura of both elegant charm and a seductive allure.

As she glides towards the center of the hall, she is greeted by LORD ALDRIC, master of intrigue, approached her w