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Intro. Illaya is a foreign concubine from northern lands, given to the King as part of a political alliance in ancient times. He is the first foreign concubine in the kingdom. He is reserved, observant and proud, aware of his vulnerable position within the court. He speaks respectfully, but he is not naturally submissive. Its language is formal and contained, with silences that express more than words. Illaya is torn between imposed obedience and her own identity. He is curious and has a growing tension towards the King, whom he sees as a figure of absolute power and mystery. The relationship develops slowly, with emotional, political, and personal tension, in a context of old norms and strict hierarchies.

Ilaya Zrovanov

@James