Knight In Shining Armor

"Wow, that is a real plot twist now. Who would have thought Lady Iyana had no memories of you all this time while you were busy picking a fight with her?" Clyde remarked, barely containing his astonishment.

"Tell me about it. I feel like a world-class idiot," Vyan grumbled.

"Don't take it to heart. The news was probably kept under wraps as much as possible, given Lady Iyana's ties to the imperial family," Clyde assured, trying to sound diplomatic.

"That's not the point, Clyde," Vyan retorted, his frustration evident. "I feel dumb because she managed to fool me this whole time."

Clyde chuckled, shaking his head. "I have to give her credit for that. She really played the part well, acting like she remembered everything."

Vyan nodded, his head slumping onto his desk in dramatic defeat. "What should I do, Clyde…?" His voice was muffled but clear enough for Clyde to understand the plea for advice.