Scene Ideas

-As a mission, Protagonist goes spying in town. She had a hat to hide her ears. Originally plans to run away but is brought to the princesses castle. They have tea and are on friendly terms. Opportunity to see both point of views. MAYBE: the princess invites protag to castle because she noticed her ears. She knows the royal secret and she is simply studying her. Friennemy tea. Both a little sceptical, Might see her as a threats.

-Protagonist is sad/depressed by Dark lord's death. We see her at a mirror in her nightgown eyeing a blade. She slowly brings it up to her neck. Cuts to Grand Sorcerer looking for his dagger. Fears the worst and runs into Protag. room. She is head shaven, determined look in her eye.