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âAunt, weâre here.â Jack announced as he stood at the door with the basket in one hand and his other arm wrapped around Miraâs waist. âCome⊠comeâŠâ Oden opened the door wider; Martin and John had already come back and was relaxing with their mug of ale. âMira...â Anne-Marie came running from the outside as she heard their voices. She couldnât go to visit them as second brother told them that the two of them were busy. âUmâ Mira smiled as she held Anne-Marieâs hand and whispered in her ears âI bought someone to visit you.â Anne-Marie eyes widened as she looked around âReally?? Where???â âHe missed you terribly and snuck in when he got whiff that we were coming here.â Mira giggled. Anne-Marie pouted as she saw the basket in Jackâs hand and the worse thought crossed her mind âYou promisedâ âHaâŠhaâŠhaâŠâ Mira laughed as she saw Anne-Marieâs disappointed face. âLook here.â Mira moved the flap of the apron to reveal the little bunny popping out of her pocket as he heard Anne-Marieâs vo
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Beth and John were waiting anxiously for their kids to return. But the heartless gluttons happily ate to their hearts content the delicious meal that Mira cooked. She packed some for Beth and John as she had a feeling that they wouldnât have eaten anything. Jack didnât stop her⊠He was truly feeling guilty now that he had calmed down. His aunt had always stood on his side and protected him wholeheartedly⊠she truly didnât deserve his temper tantrum. Beth ran to the door as she heard them bickering noisily as they reached close to the house. Her anxious heart settled as she heard them, she knew that the grudge was forgotten. âSon, are they okay?â John asked with a guilty expression. It was his fault that he didnât educate his daughter properly. âUmâ Oden nodded âJack asked us to tell you that he was sorry.â âMore like Mira threatened him into apologizing.â Anne-Marie giggled as she told her parents what she overheard. âWhat is wrong with that job?â Beth asked curiously; she knew th
Last Updated : 2024-01-21Second chance at happiness   My wife is always right.
Mira cleaned the fat tissue and waste of the soaked furs along with Jack before soaking them again to pickle for the next 7 days. She waited patiently even though she was burning with curiosity till they finished supper and entered space before asking âWhat was that about?â âMy sixth sense has never failed me.â Jackâs lips curled up smugly. âI was only being cautious when I told you there has to be an element of truth⊠but it saved us a lot of trouble.â âHuh?â âThe person sent by the Dame followed us into the woods. He left only after he watched us putting the rabbits into the cage.â âI was just making sure he knew that the house was guarded.â Jack chuckled. âI ⊠I am pretty sure he didnât see me ducking in and out.â Mira narrowed her eyes and pursed her lips as she thought back. She was always cautious when she went in and out. Even if the woods were their private space⊠she made sure ⊠âDonât worry. I made sure he was engaged.â Jack smiled slyly âHe didnât have time to look at
Last Updated : 2024-01-22Second chance at happiness   How can I be scared of gallows when I have such beautiful company?
Mira arrived at Almeraâs shop as usual⊠the only difference was she was not wearing her normal dress but rather the pink gown. âI will wait for you here.â Jack kissed her goodbye before leaving for work. âYouâre here.â Almera smiled. âReady??â She raised her eyebrows challengingly, waving her hand towards the dresses that were completed and packed. âUmâ Miraâs thoughts were no longer on the appointment with the queen. Her mind was reeling on how she could protect Almera. âYou seem preoccupied??â Almera teased âAre you scared?â âNopeâŠâ Mira giggled deciding to put her thoughts to the back of her mind âHow can I be scared of gallows when I have such beautiful company?â âWe will party all the way to afterlife.â Mira giggled, her imagination taking a rich charm. âHaâŠ. haâŠ. haâŠ.â Almera laughed happily âThat is a must.â The appointment with the queen was only at 10, there was plenty of time. Mira gave the completed work to Almera. âWhat do you want to charge?â Almera wanted to hea
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The longer Mira took inside, the more anxious Almera became. She started pacing back and forth almost making Deborah dizzy. âLady Dulston take a seat.â She helplessly invited her to sit. Almera smiled sheepishly as she sat, barely touching her bum on the chair. Deborah shook her head helplessly before turning her attention back to the chamber. The tall ornate doors finally opened, and Mira skipped out but soon assumed a lady-like stance after being glared at by Almera. Neither the queen nor Deborah could hold their laughter. Almera bowed politely as she requested absence from the queenâs presence. âWhy did you take so long?â Almera asked in concern, worry written all over her face âWhat did you ask for?â âThe queen gave me her token.â Mira giggled slithering away from the topic. âI am also very rich.â She shook her pouch giggling successfully putting Almeraâs mind at ease and away from the topic. Thomas, Jack and Aldrin were all waiting anxiously in Almeraâs back office. The lo
Last Updated : 2024-01-24Second chance at happiness   My queen is up to no good.
The capital was dressed in pomp and splendor everywhere announcing the banquet later. The entertainment court of the palace grounds started to get busy with the arriving carriages of the lords and ladies. Almost everyone arrived in groups of their immediate family members. The grand hall was filled with the chatter of empty greetings and hollow praises. Almera arrived escorted by her four brothers and father wearing the lilac gown that Mira had designed for her. She was soon pulled away by the Buckworth sisters. Thomas had arrived earlier along with his parents and younger brother who was only ten years old. His eyes followed his beloved from the moment she entered the grand hall. He wanted to rush to her side and tell her how beautiful she looked⊠if only he could escape from the drooling of those boorish men⊠but he wasnât lucky⊠not tonight! Almera giggled as she saw his terrible plight as she chatted with the Buckworth sisters. âYour best friend is here.â Patricia curled her l
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Thomasâs situation wasnât any better than Almeraâs. He threw a side glance at her. His intention was to comfort her even though he himself was troubled. He was taken aback when he saw Almera giggling. âHas your dukedom paid the dowry to the dukedom of Amberton?â Cornelius repeated her accusations in the form of a question. âYes.â âFor clarity of this court, what was it that was paid in dowry?â â10 percent of the armed forces of Soren.â Danielle threw Almera a disdainful look and continued feigning a respectful expression âAnd 25 percent of the forces of the Soren at the beck and call of Amberton.â âIs this true?â Cornelius turned to the Duke of Soren, who could only nod. He then turned to the Dowager who too nodded. âVery well. Justice has to be served. I, Cornelius Richard the fourth am not only a just ruler but also a benevolent father and godfather.â Cornelius paused taking in the reaction of his subjects that were holding their breaths. âI decree not only as a godfather but
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Thomas and Almera were both powerful in their own right⊠Thomas was probably the most powerful Lord in the country, second to none other than the crown prince and yet they needed the intervention of a simpleton. That is because, there is nothing more powerful than knowledge and time. Even the king will be a victim of time if not used appropriately. Mira was fortunate, blessed by the heavens with the knowledgeâŠ. How she chose to use it was her discretion! Almera couldnât wait to fly over and tell Mira all the gossip. But tonight, she didnât have a chance. She had to first deal with her family and Thomasâs. Both she and Thomas swore inwardly that they would be Miraâs strongest backer, her shield. With the Queenâs indulgence, they both knew what Mira had forfeited for their happiness. Once the banquet was over and the crowd dispersed with the King and Queen leaving the banquet hall, the reaction of the crowd was vivid. The Dowager duchess of Amberton along with her bodyguards rushed o
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They returned to the manor by late afternoon and had the footman deliver all the items that they had purchased from Old Joe to the cottage where Martha and the rest were staying.As they were planning to leave, Jack called Lazarus to instruct him to leave behind 2 men to guard the manor.âYour grace, two men wonât be enough to cover the expanse of the land.â Lazarus shook his head as he explained âThe woods of the manor border three other properties of which one is commoner property, and one belongs to someone who does not have a good reputation. Now that your graceâs status has been elevated, there might be unnecessary eyes on the property.â He paused before adding âI have brought six men that can be left here to guard the place if your grace permits.ââGo ahead.â Jack nodded while Mira asked in a low voice âCan those men cook on their own? Should we transfer a cook from the main house?ââThey are rough men⊠they can take care of themselves.â Lazarus shook his head although he was hap
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For the rest of the morning, Mira taught Sierra how to make the flowers and leaves with the remaining satin cloth she had in space; of course, she pretended to take the spare cloths from her work room in the manor. She stayed with them for the entire morning, until the Jack came over with grievance in his eyes âWife, I am hungry.ââAhaâŠ. I forgot âŠ. Wait, I will make you, your favorite meal.â Mira smiled sweetly as she rushed to pacify her husband.Jessie, Martha and Sierra struggled to hold their laughter till the shameless couple walked away before bursting out laughing.Once lunch was ready, Mira didnât forget to give more than half of the meal to Martha âCall everyone and share among yourself.ââThank youâ Martha bowed as she whispered in a soft voice. They were just worrying about food when their master brought them a generous share of meat and bread. In their excitement to start a new life, at Miraâs invitation, they grabbed their belonging and set off in the morning without thin
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âAre you crazy?â Mira frowned once she saw what was written; previously when they were discussing although she couldnât hear them, she assumed that they were discussing how long they wanted to work for her. She felt like she had crows flying around her head once she read what Sierra had scribbled; before she could stop them, she had done the same to Marthaâs contract. Martha hurriedly signed as she heard Mira, worried that she would stop her and grinned happily as she handed the contract saying, âIts signed.â âYeah⊠now you cannot get rid of us in this lifetime.â Sierra too laughed happily. Mira seemed momentarily lost in a daze; she forgot to respond; she remembered that they had said the same thing in their last life when they found her sitting on her own and crying her heart out, overwhelmed by loneliness. They sat on either side of her and promised her that they would always accompany her, never leaving her side and even joked with the same words 'you cannot get rid of us in thi
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The carriage stopped at the manor; it was a short ride. Jack and Mira alighted from the carriage without waiting for the etiquette that was customary in the circle of nobility.Miraâs face lit up, her lips curling up into a blissfully happy arc as she whispered, âWe are back.ââUmâ Jack habitually snaked his arm around her waist and walked forward; he raised his hand to gesture the footman to stay back, conveying that their services were no longer required.âHelp the ladies with their luggage and rest after that till we are ready to leave.â Mira turned around and instructed in a gentle tone at the footman who was waiting eagerly for his masterâs orders while Jack opened the doors.âLetâs open the side gate and lead the ladies to their homes before resting.â Mira spoke softly, as she looked at the footmen who were carrying the heavy suitcase over.âUmâ Jack nodded and silently walked over to the side wicket gate on the right side of the manor and opened it. He walked in along with Mira;
