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The king turned to look at Anastasia, who still sat gracefully. He thought, Indeed, a clean hand needs no washing. He believed she remained calm because she was ignorant of what was about to unfold.
"I don't know what happened to the prescription that was in Lady Dorothy's possession. I find it strange that I would say such things while drunk. I once heard of a forbidden medicine that causes a person to speak nonsense—I never believed it until it happened to me. I had long wanted to explain this to the investigation hall, but I doubted anyone would believe me, so I kept quiet.
Last night, someone approached me and promised I could live if I accused the queen of plotting against herself to ruin Lady Dorothy. I agreed; after all, what man wants to die? But I dare not tell such lies before our High Priest and before God. So I confess the truth," Gill spoke quickly, keeping his eyes fixed on the High Priest.
