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Probably because Vlemir is willing to go against the emperor for her, while Rohan cannot go against the emperor no matter what. The jewel is probably not the main reason for Undine to trust Vlemir over everyone at that place. Because it's hard to believe that not one villager would not posses 1 single pearl or any cheaper gems.
I’m on team Vlemir, but I don’t get why Undine chose him here