Ara was… petrified. She looked at Paige who was numbly staring at her with a confused expression. She had to salvage the situation quickly or she needed to run out of here. The only person who would believe her lies was Paige. She was still under her control. So, Ara quickly said, "Paige, this is all a setup! Just look around you. All these people—" she waved at the guards, Finn and the healer, "—they are your brother's men. There is a conspiracy here. Can't you see it? I am not pregnant. They are all against you just because I am standing in your favor. Please Paige, open your eyes and see it for yourself." Her eyes welled up with tears and she started crying all over again.
Kaizan couldn't believe the level of Ara's manipulation. "Paige…" he said softly.
Ookashi stopped him. "No, Kaizan. Let your sister decide for herself." Kaizan became quiet.
