Backed by General Cedric's support, Alfred and Isabella directed their focus to Lady Elara, the realm's principal diplomat. She had ushered the rival groups to the dialogue session, and her sway on the representatives was unmistakable. They suspected that she could be a convincing advocate in their endeavor to reveal the plotters.
At a confidential meeting with Lady Elara, they presented the proof, illustrating that the success of the peace talks hung in the balance. Lady Elara, ever the realist, pondered their remarks intently. "Repose is our ambition, and we cannot let the deeds of a few sabotage our plans. I will back you to reveal the plotters."
With their two powerful backers, Alfred and Isabella were sure their odds of prevailing had increased. At the same time, they realised the urgency of the situation. The camp, packed with combatants and envoys from both sides, was a tinderbox of mistrust and animosity. They had to operate hastily and secretly.
Their probe brought them to a name—a enigmatic figure referred to as "The Puppeteer." This ghostly plotter seemed to be at the crux of the plot, controlling events from behind the scenes. Identifying The Puppeteer would be the vital key to disentangling the entire conspiracy.