The Grass Wishes to be Emerald

The Grass Wishes to be Emerald

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How would you define your worth? My name is Cassey Timmerhaus, a seventeen year- old noble daughter, whose goal is to find my worth and guarantee my own happiness. In worth comes opportunities, in opportunities comes wealth, in wealth comes love, in love comes happiness, and in happiness, I can die blissfully. But the path to self- realization was harder than I presumed. The unfathomable range of emotions, the twisted justice to prove yourself righteous, the betrayals, the sinful encounters and the fight for the honorable seat, are things I never expected but had to experience. "To honor your family is the noblest thing. How could you fail in such a task as easy as breathing?" I faced countless humiliation and disgrace; degraded by the people I call family. "I am sorry, but how could we dare tarnish a lady's hand by making her work for us, mere commoners? Surely she wasn't casted away to be like this. For a noble like her, it would be better to starve than sweat her palms." The rejections from those who once respected me ruined my valued trust. She once said that in this endless pit of woes, thy love shall save me. But, I doubt that. Even if I have love, will I be able to make it last? Will I be able to make him stay? Will I ever be worth of such fortune, when I am just a grass?

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Chapter 1

I. The Timmerhaus

“You are worthless.”

When I was nine, my mother said words that affected my whole life. It was the first time I have heard of those words, but I’m sure they aren’t nice. After learning what those words meant, I worked hard to find my worth.

In this world, humans are divided into three classes: the nobility, the clergy, and the peasants. My family belongs to the noble lineage of Timmerhaus, an honorable clan made by outstanding instructors and philosophers.

Count Seloriett Moroan Timmerhaus. The esteemed head of the house, who excels in hunting and agriculture. He unified the ideas of Eastern Lorelei and the Empire of Marluke to create an excellent farming culture.

Countess Corsant Liracyntia Maharlika- Timmerhaus. The top instructor of a renowned academy of Science and Mathematics called SIENCIA INSTITUTE. Respected and adored even by the emperial family. She was also the financial adviser of the former princess, now Duchess Martha Silverius.

Ashanti Kaia Timmerhaus, the daughter of the Timmerhaus, who haven’t made social debut yet rumors about her amazing face is already spread throughout the empire. It even reached the ears of the people in the boundaries.

Lastly, Cassey Timmerhaus. She haven’t made her social debut too, but is already working in the shadows as her mother’s assistant. No interesting information was known about her.

I am Cassey Timmerhaus and I belong in the fourth class- the ones who almost don’t exist.

It’s the 7th day of the Constantine (8th month). Our family was busy decorating the main hall. In less than a month, our family will hold the social debut of its first “esteemed daughter.” The invitations were being processed as of now, and it made my day busier than usual. Everybody is anticipating for the proclamation of the “esteemed daughter” of Timmerhaus. To everyone’s eyes, this is both a celebration and a war. Nobles would compete to introduce their noble sons to the “esteemed daughter” and curry favor the Timmerhaus household. To the Timmerhaus, this is a declaration of the successor, and a way to boast their prestige. But for us, the daughters of the House Timmerhaus, social debut is a crucial, neck-in-neck war to prove your worth. To be approved as an esteemed daughter, one needs to succeed in submitting a study paper. A study paper must contain an issue we want to address, its importance to the society, and a solution to address the given issue. Since this would decide my future role in our house, I prepared with efforts exerted twice than I could, stayed late nights to modify my statements and enhanced the presentation of ideas.

“TOK-TOK-TOK...”

Someone knocked at the door. I pulled the rope and it opened. “Miss Cassey, the madam has summoned you to her office."

I sighed. “In singko minutos, I would see her."

“But she has required that you should attend to them as soon as possible.” To them? So, he has arrived, huh.

I fixed my buttons and combed my hair. “Very well, please escort me to the Excellencies.”

The pathway to the attending room is dim but as it goes closer, it brightens. The crystal chandeliers in the high ceiling is always shining, as if dust can’t reach its place, just like the stars in the night. Before I even realized, we are already in front of the door. The attendants opened the doors as I walked with virtuousness and bowed humbly. 

“I greet the Count of the Timmerhaus and his honorable Countess.” 

“Tch, you greet us in such a clothing. How insolent! Do you think we are a joke?” I can’t see the Count’s face but I could visualize the smirk full of disgust and disapproval. 

“Please excuse my daughter, dear. She must have rushed to attend to us.” Mother’s voice was calm. She’s never been this calm and it gives me chills. There must be an annoying task again.

“If she really feels remorseful of her actions, she must have apologized! Look at her, unbothered of her own sins!” The count sounds angry, almost shouting. 

I bent my knees lower. “Forgive me for my insolence, your Excellency. I don’t dare ignore your precious existence, again. This, I swear in front of the Count and the Countess.”

“Cassey, my daughter, I don’t intend to deliver sad news in this busy day. But I thought, if I can’t tell you today, tomorrow would also be impossible.” My mother’s face looks pitiful, and I could sense some ultimax deja vu. 

“I assume this is about my maternal grandmother. Must I visit and check her situation?”

“It’s good that you have reserved some common sense in you. The trip to Conossal would take two days. We have arranged a place for you to rest in between the travels. You should pack the necessary things now, and leave immediately.” My brows crossed. I glanced at mother, who was quietly observing my reactions.

“Are you sending me, just when the sun went down? Where should I stay for the night? And how long would I stay there---” 

“You will return on the beginning of Elfralavies, the 10th  month.”

“But mother, what about the---” 

“The proclamation of the ‘esteemed daughter’ won’t be postponed, as the emperial decree is hard to reverse. I assume you are matured enough to understand the situation.” I really wanted to protest, however, my heart aches. It tells me that I should obey the arrangement, just this time.

At this moment, I have understood that it’s my defeat. “How shameful...” I turned my back on them and walked slowly, in low spirits.

“Look how shameful that wench is, and you think she could still be able to debut?” I could hear the count’s disappointment behind my back. But who cares? What I feel right now is beyond disappointment. It’s a shattered hope.

The countess embraced me as I walked outside the door. I took a glimpse of the carriage I’m riding. As usual, the whole family and staffs of the Timmerhaus is gathered to send me off.

“Cassey, if you’re done with the matters tasked, you can go home even if it’s not the month of Elfralavies. Maybe we could consider your paper.” Mother gave me a reassuring smile. I returned the favor and smiled back at her.

“Cassey...” I showed another smile to the beauty in front of me. 

“Ashanti, I will send your regards to maternal grandmother.” She showed her lovely smile and held my hand. “I shall have the honor to welcome you when you come back. Please return in good health.”

“I shall, sister.” I hurriedly headed to the carriage and sat in comfort. I waved them a goodbye and slowly leaned at the couch. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath out. 

My hopes weren’t utterly shattered at all. I shall return.

-

“Cassey, quick!” The voice of my uncle was echoing in the whole house. Even though my hands are trembling, I rushed to the carriage and volunteered to place the baggages on my own.

“Mang Facundo, I’d rather you help my uncle to carry my grandmother. Please e-ensure her safety, hic...” Sir Facundo, the driver of the carriage held my hand.

“Miss Cassey, things will go right. Please calm yourself. We need you the most now.” I nodded as hard as I could and wiped the tears that kept flowing on my cheeks. Sir Facundo hurriedly went back inside, so I decided to enter the carriage without assistance. Things weren’t like this a few days ago. When I arrived at the place where my grandmother resides, the Maharlika Farmlands, she can still walk and talk gleefully. Uncle was welcoming and my second aunt who took the role of caring my grandmother reported that her health has improved after learning about my arrival. However, in a sudden, all those happiness faded. Her pneumonia worsen, and everyone got anxious. I sent a letter to my mother but it would likely arrive in a day or more. My uncle decided that I would accompany my grandmother back to Larunduquez, the residence of Count Timmerhaus, to consult a decent physician. My uncle sent another letter to mother, stating that we would be temporarily residing in the Count’s estate. Unfortunately, uncle won’t be able to join us in travelling as he had to process and attend to some matters for the consultation fees and food of my grandmother. He would travel later with Sir Facundo’s son, Darrell, bringing the money and necessary papers with them.

In the midst of flashbacks, I realized that the carriage is already moving. I must have been in a very deep thought for a while. I pulled off the curtain behind me and looked back to the carriage behind us. For a moment, I wished I could have an enhanced vision to see through the situation of my grandmother.

“Ack---” I was startled by the sudden ache in my joints and figured out it must be due to my uncomfortable position. I slowly turned around and massaged the aching part. It sores more than I have assumed. I was about to call an attendant for an ointment to apply, but I remembered sending her to my grandmother in the other carriage. The carriage has windows but I never opened one so it feels suffocating. With my strength, I slid the window open and finally caught fresh air when I succeed. The sun is dimmer, and the clouds are dark, as if it’s going to rain. If it precipitates, we may not be able to confine the maternal grandmother in a decent hospital. I should change the plans now.

I waited for a suitable shade for the carriage to stop by and knocked the carriage as a sign for it to stop. It really stopped moving. The driver removed the wood covering the rectangular hole.

“Miss Cassey, is there a problem?”

“We will change the destination. We should go to the hospital first before the House Timmerhaus. Please inform the following carriage.”

With a nod, he replied, “As you wish, Miss Cassey.”

“Can you also check the situation of maternal grandmother for me? I would really appreciate it.”

“I will do as you wish, Miss Cassey.”

-

Cassey was silent throughout the whole ride. Although there’s no reason for her to make a fuss, the driver could tell that she worries about the maternal grandmother so much. He tried to coax the lady and reported that the old lady’s breathing has improved but he could discern that the young lady is not satisfied of it. The lady’s heart could only be stabled if the maternal grandmother heals completely.

On the other hand, Cassey was mentally sobbing. In a few hours, the proclamation ball would start. At this rate, she could only wish for the guests to be gone when she arrives, so that they will not witness how disheveled her hair was, as such things could ruin her family. “The daughter of the Timmerhaus was too broke for not being chosen, so she gatecrashes her sister’s proclamation and ruins the reputation of the Timmerhaus. That’s awesomely heartbreaking. I can’t afford seeing myself make it to the top scandalous highlights of newspapers throughout the empire.”

Cassey closed her eyes as tears streamed from them. More than anything else, the health of her grandmother comes first. She should set aside the ‘greed’ and desire to be recognized.

The Timmerhaus ball hall was filled with giggles and grins. The newly- proclaimed esteemed daughter, Lady Ashanti Kaia Timmerhaus, has received many dance requests but turned down all offers.

“Forgive me for refusing, but it would be my pleasure if my sister would be here to witness my first dance,” her unanticipated response made a fuss among the nobles.

“So, she had a sister, huh?”

“I wonder how she looked like...”

“I heard she was intelligent too...”

“Since she’s a Timmerhaus, she must be very elegant.”

“When you see her, you’ll know everything.” Lady Ashanti’s remarks doubled the expectations of the guests.

An attendant approached Lady Ashanti and whispered something. A curve was formed in her lips. “It seems the highlight of this night has arrived.”

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can't wait to join with her journey in finding her worth...️...️...️
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44 Chapters
I. The Timmerhaus
“You are worthless.” When I was nine, my mother said words that affected my whole life. It was the first time I have heard of those words, but I’m sure they aren’t nice. After learning what those words meant, I worked hard to find my worth. In this world, humans are divided into three classes: the nobility, the clergy, and the peasants. My family belongs to the noble lineage of Timmerhaus, an honorable clan made by outstanding instructors and philosophers. Count Seloriett Moroan Timmerhaus. The esteemed head of the house, who excels in hunting and agriculture. He unified the ideas of Eastern Lorelei and the Empire of Marluke to create an excellent farming culture. Countess Corsant Liracyntia Maharlika- Timmerhaus. The top instructor of a renowned academy
last updateLast Updated : 2021-09-16
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II. Homecoming Surprises
After having a talk with the physician and settling the early fees with the accountant, I was finally going home. It’s almost midnight, surely the guests have returned to their respective estates. However, to be sure, I’ll just enter using the back door. “Miss Cassey, your things have been unloaded. I will now bring them inside.” “Thank you Fred. Please use the back door just as I have said.” He bowed and started moving. I fixed my hair and bit my lips to gather some blood and hide my paleness. I must look presentable, at least to Ashanti. She must have been very happy to be proclaimed as the esteemed daughter. Thinking about it makes me smile. I should greet her later. “Lady Cassey...” I stared at the woman in front of me. Her silver wavy hair shines in
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III. What's in a Ball
“A marriage proposal has arrived, Cassey.” “A marriage proposal? Who? And to whom?” Mother ignored my questions and proceed to father's room. "Morga, please assist them," I commanded Morga, my mother's lady-in-waiting. "And Morga, prepare tea for us afterwards. It's been so long since we had tea together." "As you wished, milady." The living room in the master’s bedroom is spacious, with enormous paintings of red roses that my mother loved so dearly. In the middle of all these roses is the biggest painting in the estate – a family portrait. Mother and the Count looked so young back then, since it was painted on their wedding day. A
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IV. Red Streaks
Cassey has been staring into the dark for a long time. Her neck’s been stiff, and the soles of her feet are numbed. She took off her heels and ran down the stairs all the way to the garden. The garden has everything:  a bench, a table with two chairs, a statue of a mythic eromance goddess, a dancing fountain, and a wide sky full of stars to gaze. “Everything in this garden is made for lust,” she uttered as she examined the statue in front of her. Germela was described as the romantic goddess who fell for a man. But the man she loves had someone else in his heart, and they are soon be blessed with an offspring. Germela offered all the wealth and power she had if the man chooses her. But at the end of the story, the man chose to marry the woman she loves and rejected the goddess forever. The goddess, who was touched by their love, dedicated a whole garden for them as a wedding gift and left. “Do you believe in Germela?” the low voice startled her. He was wearing a
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V. Marriage and Freedom
At tea parties, noblewomen use their words as weapon. When men plan their schemes, they use the top secrets to either slander or blackmail their targets. In any situations, the bullet to their guns is information. Where could you get that fresh meat? At information guilds. Among the information guilds, the pub that sells cupcakes at night is the best guild, with infinite connections within and outside of the empire. The leader of that guild is the high society playboy, Markus Febrez.“So what made you visit my dwellings in this time?”“You have houses at the capital. This aren’t one of them.”I examined his visage. Sultry lips, deep eyes, and his nose stands proudly on his pinkish skin.“Would you like to marry me, Markus?”Markus was red. Ugh, I knew it was stupid. “Sorry that was a strange thing to ask.”“W-What has gotten into you? That was sudden.”&ldq
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VI. Fiesta
VI. FiestaThe capital was crowded than ever. Nobles are visiting one store to another, buying expensive souvenirs and jewelries to boast when the time comes. Commoners took this opportunity as a chance to sell their handmade products. Their children are out of sight, busy running errands for the higher ranks. Women, noble or not, are on their best dresses and behaviors. On their preferred seats, they await for their ‘prince charming on a white horse’ to take their hand. With all the grand decorations and the presence of the royalties, this is not bad for the day of fiesta.Cassey Timmerhaus rode on her horse, a swift and elegant black mare. Cassey is wearing an equestrian uniform in light pink color. Her mother chose that color for her. Her silky black hair was tied on a clean bun, exposing her sharp jaws. Noblewomen who prejudiced her for having black hair and eyes were infatuated to her sword- cut features, and often compare her side profile with their l
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VII. The End of Spring
Today, I woke up in tears. Mother and I had a quarrel early in the morning that rooted from a mistake I made in the finances. In the end, she finished the work and I fled to my uncle’s house.“It was your fault, Sica,” Grandmother said while knitting the yarn. I pouted. Although I don’t expect her to take my side, I somehow wished she would see things in my perspective.“You shouldn’t have answered her like that, Sica. After all, she’s your mother. If you want to badmouth someone, then why don’t you hit that Count? He’s useless, so...”“Does my maternal grandmother really think things are as simple as hitting someone, like how Maharlikas do to their child? If I really did that, I must have been sentenced to death now. Knowing mother, she would surely take his husband’s side.”Nothing has really changed. Maternal grandmother still hates the Count. She was so opposed with the marr
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VIII. Wedding on Summer
The loud crows of a rooster awoken me. In just a month, my mother is getting married to the Duke of Morelli. I immediately went to the bathroom to take a bath. Upon arriving at the bath, I was surprised at the number of red petals on the tub. I may not be able to smell it but I felt the liquid streaming down my cheeks. There’s only one person in the house who could do such detailed work.“Lola… it was you,” I said with much certainty.My grandmother peeked from the shower curtain. It’s nice to see her being energetic and beaming.“I don’t regret making such an arrangement. I will certainly make you the most beautiful, even more beautiful than your mother.”Maternal grandmother washed my hair fondly. However, I am not delighted even in the slightest. Even if I wear the brightest jewels of the empire, it may not be able to hide my dull appearance.“It’s a shame, Lola.”“T
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IX. Red Wedding
Cassey’s head was squeezed by a nutcracker. It wasn’t exaggeration; it definitely feels like being squeezed. “Lady Cassey, are you alright?” Lady Lieughan asked in a worried tone. Cassey shrugged and sat down when her mother finally reaches the elevated stage. “This thing should end sooner.” Cassey’s face throughout the ceremony was crumpled and distorted. Her mother would crease her brows every time she catches the sight of her daughter’s displeasing facial expression. Lady Lieughan held Cassey’s trembling hands and occasionally fans her when other’s are busy applauding for the new couple. “And on this moment, with the presence of the dignified ladies and gentlemen, I shall pronounce you, husband and wife.” The crowd gave them a round of applause. The new duchess, Liracynthia, bowed happ
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X. Inside the Room
The smell of roses reached Cassey’s stuffy nose.“I heard you had a nosebleed.”Her mother’s words broke the silence. The proud Ashanti was sitting beside her mother, intentionally displaying her close relations with her. Cassey stared at them, as they sat comfortably on the soft cushions. She tapped the table to create melody and rocked her wooden chair.“The doctor said it was out of fatigue.”Cassey’s answer infuriated her mother. The tapping never ceased.“So what do you imply? Everybody knows I never left a job for you. You should be living well now!”Liracynthia raised her voice. Ashanti hurt her ears from the loud sound. She shoot glares at Cassey, thinking that her mother’s rage was caused by her sister’s stupidity.“Sister, you should have told me that you were exhausted. I could take some of your work.”Ashanti’s concerns were a mask t
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