The three of them were seated at the Duke’s study and were being served with tea.
“Have some tea, brother.” Said Lady Vienna, breaking off the tension between her brother and husband who was looking at each other with such fiery gazes…almost as if they would eat each other alive.
Her brother, Auden Xaviera, looked at her, “No, I came here to tell you this quickly.”
She nodded, “So, what is this emergency, brother?”
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Lady Vienna threw daggers with her eyes to her brother, “Tell me, brother, why are you being harsh on him? Weren't you friends?” His brother sighed and finally admitted, “I just hate that I wasn’t there to help you.” She snorted at that, “I’m fine, brother. Things like that happen. I was even kidnapped a few times in the past, right? I’m strong.” He nodded, “Yes, I know, I was thinking…what if you didn’t wake up? I was just worried. Please understand me, Vienna.”
“Oh, then why didn’t you fight for me not to leave that day?” Lady Vienna asked, feigning a serious look on her face and trying to hide the smile escaping on her lips. “I apologize. I didn’t know what to do. You were the only one I had. And you left me too.” He said. “But you can come and escape with me. I just received a tip from my source that they saw your knight.” She looked at him with a confused reaction, “What are you trying to say, Raziel?” He released a deep breath and pierced her green eyes with his red orbs, “I’m saying that I want to kidnap you under the guise of finding your knight.” She blinked at that, and chuckled, “Oh, you really aren’t Duke Raziel for nothing.” Duke Raziel continued, “Decide and make it quick, Vienna. We don’t have much time. Your family or me? On
Erstonia, Sharnwick and Venzor were small towns that Duke Raziel and Lady Vienna passed by quickly thanks to the carriage they rented. It’s a good thing that her family knights didn’t follow and searched for her anymore so she could take a break from thinking. True to his words, Duke Raziel wasn’t kidding when he said that they will arrive in Walden in a week. Opposite to the dark and eerie mood from the previous towns, Walden was in a festive mood. As the dark sky enveloped the crowd, lights from mana powered offered to brighten up the whole town. Cheerful glees echoed around with the busy street and the wandering crowd gathering on food stalls. It was full of tourists and the whole vibe was just happy. “Look at the lights, momma! They finally lit it up!” Exclaimed a little boy happily as he pointed at But it was
Lady Vienna facepalmed, she could feel the anger of Duke Raziel that she’s afraid of the mercenaries future. “You know what, I can take them all out.” She offered. This way, it would only injure them. If she’ll let the duke take care of them, then those mercenaries would not live to see the day. She stepped down from Tiberius the horse and stretched her neck before Duke Raziel had the chance to say no. Then, she grabbed her sword and unsheathed it from her belt. Ah, it almost felt like forever since she felt this excitement rushing inside her. The mercenaries in front laughed at her. “A woman fighting us? C’mon, are you a chicken that you are really letting a woman fight and guard you?” Duke Raziel ignored their taunting voices and faced her, “Are you sure you can handle all of them?”&nb
Lady Vienna woke up feeling light-headed. Everything felt like a dream. She stared at the blank wall where Titus stood. That must have been real because there is no way that was just a dream. Titus… A knock on the door interrupted her train of thoughts followed by the deep voice of the duke. “Vienna, are you prepared? I believe we have to leave now.” Lady Vienna’s eyes suddenly widened at that, instantly standing up and fixing her appearance before meeting the duke. They got to the stables where Duke Raziel’s horse rested for the night and Lady Vienna couldn’t miss the letter that was in her husband’s hands. “Who are those from?” She asked him. “Huxley sent them. We need to hurry to go home.” That was all he could answer.
Lady Vienna woke up at midnight with the sound of her door opening. She didn't know she fell asleep waiting for the duke. When her door opened, there was Huxley and a familiar man from the Rouge guild. Between them, they were supporting Duke Raziel passed out with blood all over his body. Lady Vienna gasped and was frozen first before recovering “What happened to him?” She asked. “We attacked one of the enemies when he just bled out suddenly. He demanded to see you.” Huxley replied as they settled him on the sofa in her room. Lady Vienna nodded at that, digesting the information calmly and trying not to panic. “You may now leave. I’ll take care of him.” Huxley hesitantly opened her mouth to say something more but just nodded
Lady Vienna felt the cold bed beside her. She instantly opened her eyes and saw it was empty. Duke Raziel was gone. “Roxy, where’s the Duke?” She asked her maid. “He’s off to the guild,” Roxy replied. She cursed under her breath, feeling disappointed and angry at Raziel. They just shared a special moment. Well, nothing really happened last night, they just slept beside each other, which should be normal for couples…. But it feels it wasn’t special for the duke. To think he was just injured last night… A whole day passed and still, Duke Raziel was still nowhere. Lady Vienna kept herself busy outside the gardens, practicing her sword skills with Roxy and Huxley. “My lady, can we take a rest first? I’m dying here!” Exclaimed
Lady Vienna had gone to the royal palace the next day as Princess Avelina invited her for an afternoon tea. Lady Vienna opened her fan and smiled at the delicate princess, “You were not sending me letters so I was worried your highness.” Princess Avelina laughed cheerily, “Oh, I’m doing fine. Prince Mathias and I are doing lovely preparing for our wedding.” Lady Vienna nodded, “That’s great. I am happy for you Princess Avelina. You’re going to be the most beautiful bride in the kingdom.” She said honestly. Which is true, Lady Vienna really loves how lovely Princess Avelina is. At first, she admits that she felt a bit awkward and wanted to push her away since she's the heroine of this story but she realized she's not her competition. It's fate that is her enemy. I mean, it’s not Pri
She heard her thoughts whispering to her. Those were the last words she ever expected to do, but having no choice, Lady Vienna slowly removed her hands that are only her lifeline now, and finally letting herself go, she watched as Ambrosia looked at what she did, not expecting her to do this. Lady Vienna closed her eyes and let the smoke conceal her. This is the least expected way of dying for her. Of all the times she was faced with danger, this is the most ridiculous way of how dying for her. She died because she gave up. She waited for impact, to fall to the ground and let her bones break but in an instant, a sharp claw grabbed her shirt, and a pair of flapping wings, with the sharp gust of wind. “Did you just let yourself die, Vienna? I won’t allow you to leave me easily.” Said a dark voice and her breath hitched, her heart drumming loudly just hearing him. Raziel. Lady Vienna couldn’t help but let the tears fall in her eyes. Duke Raziel dropped her off to safety and she
Just wait, Raziel. It’s my turn to make the effort. For the both of us. Well, it’s a bit unfair that I’m the only one who could remember everything we had, isn’t it? I have to make you know every bit and piece. And Lady Vienna waited no minute and started her plan. Lady Vienna took Duke Raziel to every place they went to. From taking him to the royal ball where they had their first official public appearance to the Rogue guild to their adventures with Avelina, and little mishaps with Crown Prince Matthias. It was a long process, but slowly but surely, Lady Vienna patiently waited for the perfect time, for the time he’ll wake up and remember what they had. Because this might be the only chance she’ll have. And if Alexis dares to mess up again in the timeline, he might even make the both of them forget that anything even happened. Lady Vienna took him to the picnic place, where Duke Raziel first surprised her with lunch. Duke Raziel stared at her, long and confused. “What?” She
“In our next life, I’ll come and find you, Vienna.” Lady Vienna woke up with a gasp, trying to adjust to the light as the comfortable mattress was-wait a minute. There should not be any comfortable mattress in their carriage on their way to the Lumen empire? The last thing she could remember was leaving the orphanage after Titus was gotten by the witch…and then going on another journey…with someone… She tried to rack her mind for more information, feeling that she was with someone. Not sure who it was, but it seemed that she had somehow formed a bond with this person. What was his..name again? She looked around and noticed she was in her room, she gasped in shock. “Roxy!” She yelled, and Roxy, appeared with her usual messy brown hair and maid uniform, “Yes my lady!” “Where is…where is Titus?” She asked, and the door instantly opened. “You called for me, my lady?“ Titus asked, his bright silver hair and purple eyes gleaming through the sunlight. “You called for me, my lady?“
Alexis laughed, caressing her cheeks, “Haha, this is the most exciting part for me. The revelation. Did he hide it from you? Or did he really lose his memory after I did the ritual?” “You seem to be so shocked, my dear. Let me explain everything to you clearly.” He then touched Vienna’s forehead and suddenly, a bright light came into her mind, along with memories playing. “Your soul was already dead long ago, Vienna. What keeps you awake was because Raziel sacrificed himself last time.” He started, and Vienna watched the scenery play in front of her. “Last century ago, Duke Raziel was a mighty killer who fell in love with a woman that became his weakness. It was you, Vienna. You were the one I cursed first for committing such a grave sin. But then he came to me, the most powerful dark mage to make a deal, to turn back time for you. This is out of the world’s nature, but out of pity, I decided to give him a try, to correct his mistakes, but along the way, the consequence was for hi
The next day, they continued and got closer to the Lumen Empire. The man was still there to guide the way to them. Fedel was keen on threatening the old man the moment he decided to fool them. Stopping by the cave to rest for the night, they somehow saw a bottle placed inside. Fedel grabbed it and gave it to Vienna as a joke, but it was all to their surprise when a huge smoke appeared from inside. A shadow of a figure appeared, and a tall and darkly handsome man showed up. Duke Raziel unsheathed his sword and pulled Vienna to the side, “What did you open?” He asked impatiently. Vienna pouted, “I don’t know, Fedel gave it to me!” Raziel sighed, “It’s a genie, be careful.” Vienna raised her eyebrows, “A genie?” The man stretched his arms out and faced them with a carefree look, “Ah, finally! I was sleeping for a hundred years now!” Now that they could see him clearly, there’s no denying that he looks handsome with his purple hair and white eyes, and fair skin. “You have one w
The children continually asked for her and Mr. Martini came to rush them back to their bedrooms. They then dried themselves off in their own quarters and after packing her stuff. a knock came on her door. She opened it and saw Fedel. She sighed, “Is it time?” He nodded, “The duke is already waiting by the door. We need to leave discreetly before the children notices.” She sighed, it would be hard to say goodbye. So it’s best to leave without them knowing… “You can get my things now. But let me do something first.” Fedel nodded, starting to carry her suitcase outside as she sat by the side table with pen and paper in her hands. She began to scribble some words. A parting letter for the children. Standing up, she then took a last look at the room. It was a short trip here but meeting the children was fun and she will cherish it forever. To think she was not much of a children's lover at first. She walked towards the back door where their carriage and Raziel’s horse Tiberius wer
“Want to know a very little secret?” She asked Vienna, and she continued, “You know, I was the one who killed your horrendous ugly pet.” The witch admitted. “The little girl Ella saw me doing that so she ran, and I made her forget her memory.” She said, “I also faked being sick and acted cutely so you knights could fall in love with me.” “But I didn’t.” Replied, Titus. “Yeah, that’s a pity, we could have been perfect together.” Raziel managed to cage her and the witch transformed into a tiger. Vienna got down and sliced on her thighs, but the witch was quick to go to her subordinate, biting on Titus’ shoulder. Raziel managed to cage her and the witch transformed into a tiger. Vienna got down and sliced on her thighs, but the witch was quick to go to her subordinate, biting on Titus’ shoulder. Lady Vienna snarled at how the witch was grabbing Titus. Titus hastened to grab his sword and push the witch away, glancing at his master. “I’m alright, Master!” He reassured Vienna b
“Fedel?” Avelina’s head tilted, “But that man clearly hates me.” Vienna shook her head, “Tsk tsk, ignorance is a bliss….I mean you need to open your eyes.” Vienna then stood up, “Then I’ll have to leave you to get some rest. Goodnight.” “Goodnight, your grace.” Vienna then prepared for bed, her heart heavy thiking about her pet’s passing. It’s alright. Everything’s going to be alright. But it doesn’t help that Raziel is not by her side. Her heart sank on the bottom even more. ***** The next day, she was woken up with Duke Raziel hovering over her. She gasped, sitting upright instantly that made her bump her head with him. “Ow! Why were you even doing there on top of me?” She irratedly said. “I was waiting for you to wake up,” Raziel replied, “I apologize.” “Where were you even? You didn’t sleep here last night.” She said. “I just took on some matters.” He replied simply. “Now I’m awake, what’s the matter?” She asked, as he seemed to be in a hurry. He pointed at he
Muttering a curse under her breath, Vienna immediately ran to the stables to check her beloved pet. Valen was never weak during their whole trip. Why would he lose energy now? As she opened the door, the horses were strangely quiet. From afar, she could only see her huge pet laying on the ground with eyes closed, his mouth open and his fangs bare. “Valen!” She yelled to catch it’s attention but he wasn’t moving. She checked his heart if it was beating and it was confirmed. There wasn’t any heart beat, Valen, her pet, is dead. The whole of the stables were filled with Vienna’s yells as she grived for her lovely pet. Titus and Fedel helped her make the funeral. Duke Raziel returned, hearing her broken heart. Vienna watched as her pet was being buried by the hill. She couldn’t help but let the tears escape her. Avelina came to pat her back and she breathed deeply. Raziel came to her side to comfort her but she pushed him away. “Don’t get near me.” “I’ll investigate this,