Holding a cigarette in between his fingers, Darian stared at the butler and the maids who changed the bloody sheets
"You may leave" Lennox said to the maids who left immediately with the sheets "That's another one dead" he said, adjusting the sheet "Milord...the slave you a-""She's the one I choose, Lennox and I know you as one not to question my decisions ""Of course, Milord...but the treatment she's receiving will make the rest of the maids feel inferior" Darian harshly pressed the butt of the cigarette and he turned to look at Lennox with his usual cold gaze "Forgive me, Milord...but we know nothing about her, except for the fact that she's a slave""Why don't you make yourself useful and find out about her, then?""Yes, Milord "Darian watched as Lennox left the room and he glanced at the door. He knew Lennox for being too aware of his safety and the people that surrounds him. He was a loyal servant"Come in" Darian said hearing a slight knock on the door. The door slowly opened and the petite figure came into view"M-milord, I'm here to prepare your bath" Harmony said, trying her best not to stammer. She heard him hum and she walked inside the bathroomHis gaze followed her every move as she stepped inside the bathroom. She was moving slowly and shakingly that he thought she would fall any momentCrouching down to the level of the bathtub, Harmony touched the water to feel the temperature and luckily, it was lukewarmShe was too aware of his presence that she noticed when he walked inside the bathroom. She stood up almost immediately and hastily turned around, only to meet face to face with his broad chestHis top buttons was undone and she could clearly see his taut muscles"M-milord, the bath is ready" she said, in a barely audible tone"Take my clothes off" Harmony heart hitched when she heard what he said and she raised her head to look at him in surprise which she suddenly regrettedThe moment she raised her head, her brown eyes met with his burgundy ones, they were dark and shone like sapphiresHarmony stared at Darian in disbelief as her mind was still trying to register what he said. She knew she was in no position to refuse his order but she couldn't undress a manHer hands felt sweaty as she slowly lifted them up, she tried her best not to appear shaky but she couldn't. Standing face to face undressing a man was actually a big deal to herShe slowly unbuttoned the grey buttons and her hands went to rest back at her side. She didn't stare at his chest, afraid that she might be unable to look awayHis lips slowly curled up into a sneer at her adorable expression and he couldn't resist the urge to tease her"I said to take my clothes off" Harmony's lips slightly parted but was clamped shut. Harmony was scared, the man's intense gaze on her made her shiver"M-milord, I don't know-" she said, her voice was barely audible but Darian caught every words that left her lips"You better learn it then, let's start with the basics...""Milord, t-the water would get cold" Darian glan
Harmony carefully cleaned the already washed dishes and arranged them on top one another "I heard Lord Darian's relatives would be arriving today" said one of the maids who stood by the counter "We're going to need more plates on the table. You there..." The head maid said, pointing at Harmony who rinsed her hands "Take those plates to the dining"Harmony took the set of plates and walked out of the kitchen. Approaching the dining, she tried to avoid the Lord's gaze and placed the plate on the table. Harmony could feel someone's gaze at the side and she knew it was the butler"Milord...Lady Shirley has arrived" Lennox informed with a low bow. The double sided door to the dining opened and an elegant looking lady walked in. She was a lady in her late forties, her thick black hair was tied to a bun and her red eyes scanned the mansionBesides her stood her daughter, Sarah. Whose blonde hair was neatly combed to the side and her charming red eyes shone brightlyAnd her son, Samael. Wit
Harmony placed the tea in a tray before walking out of the kitchen."...Sarah's attending dance classes, Milord" Lady Shirley proudly said and Darian hummed "Hmm, found any suitors along the way" Darian bluntly asked and Sarah half smiled"Not yet, Milord. And I don't think I intend to at the moment" Sarah answered "Why not? You're not getting younger. Not getting any suitors?""No Milord, Sarah gets many suitors each day but they're not...up to our standards""Yes, Milord " Sarah supported her mother "If you keep leaning on standards, I trust you to remain single the rest of your life"Lady Shirley's face fell along with her daughter at Darian's responseHarmony arrived at the dinning yo be greeted by silence. She served the tea on the table and with a bow, intended to leave "Hold on" Sarah stopped her "Pour me a glass of water" She ordered with her chin held up highSarah stared at Harmony with distaste as she walked towards her. She knew Harmony was a new maid, a pretty one at
"You..." Sarah's face twisted in annoyance and she stalked forward, rasing her hand to hit Harmony"That's enough" Darian's voice resounded in the dining. Sarah hesitantly placed her hand down but her eyes remained on Harmony with a sharp glare"Forgive us for disrupting your meal, Milord. Allow us to take it upon ourselves to teach your maid proper manners " Lady Shirley suggested, her red eyes staring at Harmony with obvious distate"I know how to take care of my things, Lady Shirley. Rather why don't you teach your daughter how to behave properly in front of her King. It's time you leave"Lady Shirley passed Harmony an harsh look before she slowly stood up"Of course, Milord "....Walking besides a man with a greedy smile on his face stood a pot-bellied man who had a dirty mustache on his faceHe stood with his large belly, facing a slim figure who sat on the bed. Her fair hands were placed on her lap and her eyes stared down at it"She was the one delivered today, sir" the man sa
"Ahh..." Sir Vincent sighed taking off his grey coat. He loosened his tie and approached Anna with a wide grin "You look so...beautiful" He commented, trailing his finger down her jaw to have Anna flinch backward. Her eyes became misty as she tried to get away from the man's touch He suddenly pounced on her and Anna let out a loud scream which came out muffled as his palm covered her mouth"Shh...I won't hurt you. Just be quiet and I'll make this pleasurable for the both of us" A single tear slid from Anna's eyes as she stared into his "I'm going to let go if you promise to be quiet...hmm?"And slowly, he took his hand away from her mouth whilst nodding his head"Help me...hel-" The rest of Anna's words were stuck in her throat as she felt a stinging pain on her cheek"D*mn woman..." he frustratedly groaned when he saw her cheek slowly having a bright colour of redTears rolled down her cheeks as she tried to wriggle herself from his hold"I didn't hurt you, did I? Why are you crying
Sarah clutched onto her cutlery as she glared at the well fried beef. The table was quiet and only the sound of the cutleries clashing against the plates could be heard"How's it going with Vincent?" Lady Shirley asked, breaking the silence that surrounded the room"Haven't heard from him" Samael answered. His eyes moving to glance at his sister who was unusually quiet "Pay him a visit. Knowing him fully well, he would probably be at 'The Garden'" She said to Samael and he nodded"Mum, why don't I-" Sarah stopped when she saw the glare passed by her mother"Don't Sarah. You've been more than enough humiliation for the day. Let your brother handle Vincent""Humiliation? Mum, it was that slave's fault for spilling water on me""You should have been more reserved. How can you downgrade yourself by arguing with a servant. How do you expect the Lord to take a liking to you?""What was I supposed to do then?""Act ladylike. Follow the royal etiquette" Sarah had no words to defend herself.
The door to the room opened and a handsome lad strolled in. His luminous blonde hair shone in the room and his hands were tucked in his pocket His red eyes moved swiftly to glance at the girl who sat shakingly on the bed before moving over to Vincent"Your highness..." Vincent said with a respectful bow before slowly lifting his head up "How did you know I would be here?" he asked with a nervous laugh"What other places might you be other than 'The Garden', Vincent?" Samael questioned "Hahaha..." he awkwardly chuckled "Let's talk outside" he said leading Samael to the door. Samael's eyes moved once more to the figure on the bed whose cheeks were wet and her eyes stared at him pleadingly. And without another glance, he walked out along with Vincent "Your highness-""My time is precious Vincent, and I wouldn't want to waste it on you. My mother is persistent and she might just do something drastic if she doesn't hear from you""I know that, your highness...but I can't deliver half pa
Harmony walked with fast steps into the kitchen, her hand tightened into a fist on her chest. She let out a breath of relief as she recalled what happened in the dining. The way he had called her name actually sent shivers down her spine and the moment he had touched her hair made her...nervous"Harmony..." Carmen called "What's the matter?" Harmony shook her head in response as Carmen walked towards her. It was then Harmony realised she was holding a brown book. Carmen stretched the book forward, handing it over to her"What is it?" Harmony questioned, her hand moving to take the book"There, you'll find the reason behind those red eyes, I just thought you should know the people you work for" Carmen said, her lips curling into a kind smile which Harmony gladly returned "Thank you""No worries, just behave natural after reading. You might not understand all there is in there, so you can ask me if you get confused ""Hmm"....Sitting on the neatly made bed with legs crossed and a bro