"Is that true, fair lady?" Maximilian asked and Darian's chuckle echoed in the room"Are you trying to say I'm lying, Maximilian?""I dare not, Lord Darian. The lady's statement is also needed" he cleared his throat "The council was informed about the sudden disappearance of the Duke and we decided to search this morning. The Duke's body was found deep in the forest, buried in a pit. His fangs found ten meters away from the pit, his fingers dislodged and his face ashen. The Duke was buried alive" the councilman explainedDarian ran his tongue across his fangs as he thought of seeing the butler later on, he hadn't done a clean job"Lord Darian, if I may?" Oliver, who was quiet all these while asked"Go ahead" "You said, you arrived and took her away with you, you left the Soiree at that time?""I did, I had paid my respects to the Duke, my presence was no longer needed""But, no one saw you leaving the entrance...and that too with your... pet " Harmony almost glared at the man when he
Seeing both councilmen leave, Darian turned his eyes to Harmony who had an obvious frown on her faceShe seemed like she was fidgeting on something in her mind and when she turned around to say something, she caught him staring at her"Master Darian? Who is a pet?" she asked and a smile graced his lips. It seems she was upset for calling her a pet"What do you think a pet is?" he questioned in return"A-an animal?""A pet is an animal, Harmony. Why do you ask?" he teased, leaning his head forwardShe remained quiet at his question"Is this because I called you a pet?" she didn't know what to say and just nodded "A pet can also be a person, dear. You're a pet, Harmony. But you're not just any pet, you're MY pet"The room was silentHarmony still didn't like him calling her a pet but she couldn't say a word against it "Master Darian-""Let's leave the past behind, Harmony" he said, as if reading her mind "Let's focus on the future, the Duke is dead and gone. Nothing's going to change i
A lady could be seen resting on a wooden bed, her face was pale and her lips chapped. The door to the room opened and a girl stepped in with a bowl of water and a ragThe girl sat on the bed, dipped the rag in the water, squeezed it and placed it on the lady's head"How do you feel?" Betty asked, moving the wet rag to her cheek as she thoroughly wiped her face"Weak, but I'll be fine in a few days. You should get back to the palace, they might be looking for you""I took permission from the butler, although it's for a short hour...it's enough for us to spend time together""Cough... cough" the lady nodded and closed her eyes. Betty wiped her body clean and took the bowl awayWatching her sleeping sister, she closed the curtain and walked out of the roomBetty hands were wrapped around her shoulder as she exited the tattered looking houseShe closed the door behind and when she turned to leave, she saw a dark figure standing before herA gasp escaped her lips as the sudden appearance o
With a broad smile on her face, Lucy took down the cloak she wore and threw them on the bed"Where have you been?" a masculine voice sounded from behind and Vladimir came into view"What are you doing here?" she asked, totally avoiding his question as she sat on the bed"I came to pay a visit" he answered, his eyes going to the cloak on the bed"I don't see how my movements concerns you, Vlad. As far as I remember, I can go anywhere without anyone's permission""You're right. Forgive me for being concerned" he said, his eyes looking dull and he walked out of the roomLucy shook her head and the smile she once had on, returned to her face"Wait till I get rid of you, I can finally have him all to myself".....Betty walked into the kitchen of the palace and could see the head maid"Can I help you, miss Cordelia?" she asked with a sweet smile seeing Cordelia pouring with a tray of tea"Oh, I'm giving this to the maids. They've been working all day, they look tired""Why don't I help out
"So refreshing..." Carmen said taking a sip from the tea and Harmony slowly brought the cup up to her lipsBetty waited in anticipation as Harmony was about to drink from the tea. However, before the cup could get to her lips, the cup was harshly slapped from her hand. Resulting in it shattering at the impact the moment it landed on the floorBetty was surprised at the unexpected intrusion and so was Harmony. Harmony's eyes went to glance at the broken teacup on the ground before going to glance at the person"L-lord Darian..." Betty shuttered ....Darian walked in the hallway with his trustee butler by his side"Milord, the council seem to have taken the Duke's case seriously" Lennox reported"This wouldn't have happened if you had buried the body properly" Darian said and he came to a stop when he saw a familiar person sitting on a bench. He was about to turn around when he caught a strong whiff of something in the air. He then stared at Harmony who was about to drink from a teacup
Betty felt her mouth turn dry and fear quickly envelope her body, her eyes narrowed as the butler handed something over to Lord DarianShe gasped. It was the poison"Come out" Darian's cold voice erupted in the living room and the maids could feel the tension rising in the air "Come out while I'm still being nice, don't make me fish you out"Betty eyes narrowed at him, she was scared to death. If she steps out, then she was done for but if she doesn't and he brings her out himself...it would be worse"Don't make me repeat myself" his red eyes observed the maids expression, they held confusion. But one looked frightened and sweat glided down her faceBetty thought of stepping out but before she could take any action, a strong force pulled her forward and she landed on her knees... before Lord DarianHer eyes snapped up at him, she had no idea what had happened but she found herself kneeling before him"I-I'm so sorry, L-lord D-darian...p-please have mercy" she immediately pleaded, she c
Betty was shocked, she didn't know it has such drastic effectsShe had no other words to plea for her life to be spared "It's only fair if I deliver the same treatment to you" Darian said, twirling the cup in his hand "Drink it"Betty eyes widened and tears flowed down, she shook her head"Don't make me wait" Darian said, his eyes getting darker by each passing second "L-lord Darian, ple-""DRINK IT!" This time, his voice came out unusually loud and the maids could feel the temperature dropHer lips quivered as her shaky hands reached over to take hold of the cupShe took the cup and glanced at the liquid inside, she knew she was done forThe maids were anxious at what was going to happen if Betty was to drink from the teaBetty inhaled sharply and then looked at Harmony with pleading eyes but Harmony looked down at her feet, she was helpless at the momentShe placed the cup down and shook violently, she couldn't do it. She didn't want to die yet"Lennox, why don't you help her out"
Anna stood by the window as she glanced at the tall trees in the forest, she had been kept in the room for so long that she was tiredShe heard the sound of a carriage and when she looked down, she saw Samael getting on the carriage and it rode away"He's out..." she murmured to herself and walked towards the door. Her hands reached the doorknob but it was locked"What can I do?" she said to herself, going to sit on the bed. She sat for a while and then glanced at the blanket. A silly idea forming in her headShe then picked up the blanket and tied it with several others, making it long enough to climb down the window...Harmony placed three soft knocks on the hard door but got no response. She knocked again but still no replyHer hands then reached over to the doorknob and surprisingly, it was opened"M-master Darian" she called, peeking her head in at first and then the rest of her body. The room was dark with no visible light except the one illuminating from the moonHarmony could
. With legs clutched to her chest, Harmony's eyes were dim as she stared at the sheets. Her mind in wonder and worry, wonder on what was going to happen to her now that she found out their plan. And worry for she fear that Darian might try to look for her She didn't want that. If she were to find a way to escape... Her head snapped to the door when it opened for the second time in a minute "Anna?!" she called in shock as she quickly rose from the bed. Going to hold onto Anna who was thrown to the cold ground "Harmony" Anna held her tightly in her arms "W-what is going on?" "What is this? Why is she here?" "Her Grace wants you to think twice before you decide to take any unnecessary actions" and the witch left "Anna...this-this wasn't supposed to happen. I-I'm sorry" . "Darian" Hiraya called out, stepping into his study. She had knocked on the door several times but had gotten no response "It is hard, Darian. You don't have to appear so calm" He was silent "You haven't been t
.Several days went by with Harmony still in the cave with no way of going out, food was usually brought in by Zaria thus she never left the room"The full moon...is today" Harmony said with a sigh, her chin resting on her folded knees as she clutched them to her chestShe was confused, they had to wait until the full moon before she could know who she truly was? Couldn't it be explained now?She shouldn't trust the veiled woman, maybe she should have never left DarianHer eyes dimmed at the thought of him getting hurt because of her. Being in an isolated place was perhaps the best idea to avoid hurting anyone elseThe door to the room slowly opened and the veiled woman came into view"The auspicious time is now. Zaria will get you ready""Ready? Ready for what?" Harmony questioned whilst standing from the bed "You said you were going to tell me everything. I have been here for several days now, and you haven't told me anything""That is because, dear...there is nothing to tell""What
.The palace ground shook violently. Each one of the servants could sense the tension in the environment. The Lord had gone rampant this morning, and the servants knew nothing about what happened"Darian, please..." Vlad pleaded as Darian tossed a note to the ground as well as the scrolls on his deskVlad had been called by the butler and was told what had happened. Harmony had left the palace and she left a note"Darian...""She made a promise. We were going to figure it out together. She dare leave a note after leaving me!" Darian roared, slamming his hand against the wall"You should understand, it is not easy for her-""You think it is for me? I tried so hard to convince and assure her that she was not like those witches. But she didn't take my word for it""There must be something that made her leave. She shouldn't have just left like that""Milord" Lennox stepped in, his eyes looking at the mess made in the room "The witch has awoken"."I heard her voice when I was asleep. But
.Harmony walked in the hallway with saddened steps. She came to a stop in front of Darian's room and she raised her hand to knock on the doorBut hanged halfway, she wanted to see him one last time before she left, but what was she going to say to him?She hesitated and placed her hand down, she was about turning around to leave when the door openedThere, Darian stood in his usual blue robe, his lips were stretched in a thin line and his red eyes bore into hersShe paused and her eyes went to rest on her feet, she didn't know how she was going to apologize to him, taking in a deep breath, she said "I-I'm sorry, Darian"Was a simple apology enough for him?She felt his hand on her chin as he raised her head for her eyes to once again meet his"Don't push me away, Harmony. It's hurts when you do things alone knowing I am there to support you. We're going to figure this out together" Harmony's eyes watered and she ran into his arms. Darian's hand glided on her back as she snuggled clos
The carriage came to a stop as she muttered the last of her words and Darian stepped out, not saying anything neither glancing at herNow she was all aloneHarmony stepped down from the carriage and she stared at the entrance door. She sighed before turning aroundShe needed a stroll to clear her head. Did she just hsvr a quarrel with Darian? She knew she shouldn't have but she no longer wanted to involve anyone in her problemShe came to a stop in front of the garden and crouched before the flowersShe stressed her hand and caressed the petals of the flowerA slight smile displayed on her lips as she felt the soft texture of the flower. Suddenly, the flower slowly turned to ash, from the petal down to the root and then...the whole gardenAll the flowers witheredHarmony stood up, she was shocked and she couldn't question herself what had just happened as she had no idea"That was unexpected" a feminine voice was heard from behind and Harmony roughly spun around. It was the lady in th
."Oh!" she turned around when she heard the loud gasp from behind her and her eyes widened in astonishment seeing the person before her "Harmony?""Anna!" they both called in shock as they stared at each other before pulling their selves into each other's arms"Oh my gosh, is it really you? Harmony...where, I thought I'd never see you again"With wide smiles on both their faces, they stared at each other with tear filled eyes. Having to see each other again after so long, was heartwarming"That...the mirror. You-" Anna's eyes returned back to the mirror and then to Harmony"I...a lot has happened ever since we got separated, Anna. I just got to know that I am a witch with dark powers. I destroy things and the mirror happened to be my latest victim""Oh? That's not good?""It isn't" Harmony said with a sigh which was immediately replaced by a smile "But now that I see you, I'm so happy""Me too, Harmony. We have so much to catch up on" Anna squealed, holding Harmony's hand tightly. Th
."I-I don't know what happened. I-I didn't -" Darian held her in his arms and gently patted her back. Her voice came out muffled as she cried on him "Is she...okay?" "She'll be fine, Harmony. Don't blame yourself, you had no idea it was going to happen""I heard her, screaming... telling me to stop but...I don't know" her eyes widened and she looked up "B-back there...there was a woman. She-she-""Come" Darian held her hand and sat her on the couch with him next to her "Go on""She wore a black veil. S-she held my hand and forced something out of me. I don't know what but...and she said, I was ready"She felt him warm hand wrap around her shoulder and brought her to him, holding her in his embrace"What is happening to me, Darian? Why is...why am I like this?""Your powers are out, Harmony. You know you do not belong to an element""I'm a dark witch" she stated and hugged him tightly. It was too hard for her to take in"Lord Darian..." Lennox called with a bow "I'm sorry to intrude.
.Harmony closed the brown book as she had just finished the last page, she knew all that there was to know about her kindShe left her room and went to the library so she could return the bookShe was about placing it back in its rank when the door opened and Darian stepped in"You're done already? That was fast" he said, walking towards where she stood"I spent most of my time on it" she replied, she had busied herself with the book for two days straight "I got to know from Hiraya that I am a witch. And from the book, they are two kinds of witches...the dark and the white. The dark witches were deceitful and tricky and the white were pure in heart. Which category do you think I fall in, Darian?"Darian held her hand and he planted a kiss on her knuckles before going up to kiss her forehead"My Harmony is the purest of them all"Hearing those words from Darian made her heart race in excitement, she had been so worried that she would turn out as a dark witch"B-but how does one knows
.(WARNING: MATURE CONTENT AHEAD!)"Ahh-" she threw her head back as her back arched as he deepened each of his thrusts. Her sensual moan filling the room, she didn't hold back as this new found feeling took over her entirelyHer body shook slightly as she felt something slip down her thigh. She heavily breathed, her chest going up and downSamael leaned in and once again claimed her lips. His hands fondled on her buttons as his kisses got deeper"Take mine off!" he said, his voice coming out raspy. Anna did as he said and slowly, took his shirt off. Samael took the last piece of clothing that had been stopping him from having a good viewHis hungry eyes ravaged her body as he trailed each curves of her body. He once again found her lips whilst his hand trailed down her stomach"Samael-" she felt his hand caressing her tummy and sliding down and she tried closing her legs but Samael didn't give her the chance to, going to settle himself between her thighs"There's no backing out now,