Aster nods obediently, rising to her feet and beginning to unbutton her uniform. The maidservant's heart races as she exposes more and more of her flesh, revealing a lacy black bra and the curve of her hips beneath her skirt. Her cheeks flush an even deeper red with shame and arousal at this intimate display.

She drops the last few buttons and steps out of her uniform, standing before Richard in nothing but her undergarments.

Aster swallows hard, her heart thundering in her chest as she reaches back to unclasp her bra. Her fingers tremble slightly as they work the clasps free, and she lets the lacy black garment fall to the floor with a soft plop. She takes a shaky breath as she turns her attention to her stockings, slowly rolling them down her legs and stepping out of them before kicking them aside.

The bandit leader pales visibly as you utter the word "Nemesis." For a moment, his dark aura flickers and dims before surging back with renewed strength. His eyes narrow and he takes a step forward, his sword held at the ready.

"You're no mere thug, warrior," he growls through clenched teeth. "Who are you, to know my name?"

The two of you circle each other warily, your blades held at the ready. Your minds race as you attempt to divine each other's strengths and weaknesses. The air crackles with tension, charged by the dark energy that surrounds you both.

Griselda watches from inside the cabin, her heart racing in fear and anticipation. She knows not who you are or why you fight, but she trusts you to protect her.