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Chapter Six: Unlikely Meetings
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2022-05-02 15:21:33Updated: 09/15/2022
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The Rejected Daughter Chapter Seven: Bathe House
*READER DISCRETION ADVISED* Scenes of sexual assualt and harassment contained in this chapter that may be triggering to some. Once I returned to the estate grounds I headed to the servant chambers. Once I reached my room, I grabbed my bathing supplies and headed to the bath house. Since it was late it was unlikely that anyone would be there and I would be able to enjoy myself. I entered the dimly moonlit bath house. I took my robe off before entering the moonlit bath house. I took off my robe and entered the warm milky waters. Powdered goat milk was added to the bath water everyday when it was refilled in the morning. The bath waters smelled like jasmine as I eased my way into the water. I loved when they went with jasmine over rose oil. Since jasmine was harder to acquire during certain months it was used less. I loved the smell of it better anyway. I took my time to enjoy the water. Washing my hair and body before letting myself float. It was bliss until I heard footsteps entering
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-02The Rejected Daughter Chapter Eight:Conflicted
I quickly recovered the shock on my face. After seeing the Count and his son with my father my face held surprise. I didn’t want my father to see it so I hid it as fast and best as I could. I walked over to my father’s desk and sat down the tray “Good Morning Master Sparrow.” I said before bowing to leave. A voice filled the room before I could however. What the man said gave me chills all over my body and made me stop dead in my tracks. “How much for the maid Marquess Sparrow?” The Count’s son asked my father. His voice held a smirk to it. I winced with my back still to them. The thought of my father agreeing would be even worse. I slowly turned filled with horror. My father’s face was filled with cooled anger, only someone who knew him well would know he was mad. “She’s not for sale, Lord Viscoff. Sorry to disappoint you.” My father replied with a grim expression. “You may go Lora.” He waved to me to leave. Lora was my middle name and was the name he used in the presence of h
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-03The Rejected Daughter Chapter Nine: Shocked
~Thorn~ “Follow me to my study, your grace. We can discuss the matters you are here for.” Marquess Sparrow stated. We walked into the manor and to his study in silence. I’ve never cared much for the Marquess Sparrow. His sons were alright and I had never met Josephine since she was sent off before she debuted. Once inside he ordered a maid to bring us some refreshments. He waited for me to take a seat first. I sighed to myself and sat down on the chaise. He followed me and sat down on the other one. We sat in a comfortable silence. At Least it was comfortable for me. I would see the Marquess fidget every so often. Before long the maid returned, setting the tea and treats before us. She bowed before leaving us to discuss business. “To whom do I owe the pleasure of your Majesty?” Marquess Sparrow questioned as he poured two cups of tea. He sat back bring his tea to his lips. “I’m here to see Lady Nyx, I’d like to officially court her.” I stated point blank. There was no reason for
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-04The Rejected Daughter Chapter Ten: Vital Information
~Nyx~ Shock filled my being, what he just said had to be a lie. The Crowned Prince would never be so bold. Why would he be so interested in me anyway? The kiss he had managed to land on my lips came to mind instantly. It made me want to internally groan. Speaking of that, why did he even kiss me to begin with. He is to be married soon. I stared at my father, my eyes wide with fear. I felt like I was suffocating in this room. “Is there something you would like to tell me Nyx?” My father questioned me. I gulped at the venom and annoyance that was evident in his voice. I shook my head and uttered a quiet no. He sighed and rubbed his temple. “Why is it that you can’t help but get the family into deep shit.” He slammed his fist on the desk so hard it made me jump. “Do you know what the Duke could do to our family Nyx?” He shouted at me with pure anger. I stayed quiet and shook my head. Being careful to keep my eyes on the ground. My father sat back in his chair. “Leave me, you’re
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-07The Rejected Daughter Chapter Eleven: What a Mess!
~Nyx~ The week had been uneventful and slow. Fear lived deep inside me that Ariel would blab her gums about what she had seen. It would be my undoing and the punishment that would come for it would be the worst one. It would be the demise that would send me to the grave. I’d be lucky if I survived it. Ariel had avoided me all week which was surprising since she enjoyed taunting me. I sat in the back side of the garden away from prying eyes. It was one of my favorite spots to come to. I was able to hide away from everything that this world had to offer me. I would lay in the soft grass and let myself dream with the clouds as they passed by. It was a childish dream that I would float away with them. Away from all the abuse and scars. Sadly that never happened. It was a nice dream though. I fell back onto that very grass that had given me solace and comfort ever since I was a child. I was letting myself daydream when a shadow overcast me. I opened one of my eyes to see who it was. It was
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-08The Rejected Daughter Chapter Twelve: Leaving
~Fallon Von Keem~ On my way back to my manor in my carriage I got lost in my thoughts. Thorn assured me it ws just a rumor but I highly doubt this maid would just make it up. Of course I left out the other parts of the rumors. If Thorn knew that she was being treated like a maid and less than a Noble he would try to save her. He would act upon hearing that news. It was a taboo thing among nobles to treat blood like a commoner. So when it does happen it’s kept pretty hush. I wondered what occurred for the Sparrow family to treat her as such. She is much more beautiful than her sister so it can’t be something like looks. She would make a strong marriage alliance and could even rival me. Her beauty would rival my wealth and status. The original rumors were that the Prince had eyes on the Marquess’s daughter, Lady Nyx. However due to her weak constitution the courting fell through. That’s when I became his betrothed. At least that is what we were all made to believe. I now know better,
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-11The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirteen: Get Away
~Nyx~ I looked up at the starlit sky, dressed in a black cloak that shrouded me in the darkness. I breathed in the sweet air. A small bag was perched on my back filled with a few belongings and clothes. Yareha and I had saved up two hundred gold pieces for me to start over with. But I couldn’t just start over anywhere. I needed to go as far north as possible. My father would never dare to step foot within Duk Noc’s territory. Not without full permission. I sighed once more and stoke myself up. I took quiet steps to the entrance. My breathing was labored as I made my way. To say I felt nervous would be completely laughable. I was terrified that I would be caught and that I’d land in the wrong hands. I’ve heard of the human trafficking trade becoming a looming problem. It was only an issue for commoners currently but I’m sure they would move to take nobility eventually. At this point in time nobles didn’t really care about the trafficking. But they sure would the moment a noble ends
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-12The Rejected Daughter Chapter Fourteen: A New Start
~Thorn~ It had been two months since Lady Nyx went missing. I prayed daily that she was okay. I had planned to propose to her to get out of my marriage to the Duchess. But with her disappearance it makes it hard to make a formal proposal. Her father was against it but he couldn’t do anything if I did it anyway. I sighed slouching back in my chair. “Your Majesty, Duchess Fallon is in the tea room waiting for you.” Colby informed me. “Very well, thank you for informing me. Tell her I’ll be with her shortly.” I replied back waving him from the room. I ran my hand over my face. Her and my father have been on my case about the wedding plans. Why couldn’t either of them understand I don’t want to be married to her. I stood and headed towards the tea room. “My love,” I said nonchalantly as I entered the room she was in. “What brings you here unannounced today?” I saw her mouth move in a clenching motion. I had clearly upset her. And she was holding her tongue since there was a presence
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-05-14
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The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-Six: Love? Ha, Don't make me laugh
-Nyx- I woke up with a swollen face. I cried majority of the night. I would fall asleep but it never lasted long enough with all my tossing and turning. I felt exhaused, and my body hurt from my restlessness. As dawn broke I decide it was futile trying to sleep. I slipped out of my bed and headed for my shower. The words Noc had said kept echoing through my mind. I didn't understand any of it. He was engaged to my sister and he knew that I was not really sickly. He knew that my father invented that cover to hid what he had done. And yet he wanted her over me. He could have insisted that he wanted me. Instead of playing these games with my head. Between him and the crowned prince I felt like I was being tugged around like a rag doll. I wasn't something to play with. I shut off the water and stormed out to dress myself. I needed a walk in the garden. The walls of this manor made me feel as if I was suffocating. I quickly dressed in a simple dress. I prefered it this way anyway. All th
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-Five
-Noc-A couple days had came and gone since my meeting with Thorn. Josephine had been suffocating recently and never left me long enough to talk to Nyx. It was very frustrating that she was always around. I was out for a stroll when I seen her rested against a tree. She look like an angel under it. I had to fight the urge to run up and hold her tight. She seemed deep in thought as I got closer her head whipped up to meet my eyes. I smiled warmly at her while she stared me down. "Lady Nyx have you been avoiding me?" I teased her making her cheeks warm. I wish she could see how cute she looked. "I would never Duke Noc." She stated matter of factly with a hidden smile. This made me chuckle. "I promise everything I'm doing will make sense one day. I'll see you at dinner Nyx." I winked before turning to leave. It took everything in me to not turn around. I entered the manpr and headed for the dining room. Majority of everyone was here now except Nyx. I only hoped her father didn't punis
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-four
-Noc- I couldn't take my eyes off of her, she was very beautiful. Thorn had sent me a letter a day after we arrived. It said we needed to talk soon. Since it was almost the end of the day so it would have to wait tomorrow. I settled into bed to go to sleep, I was going to be getting up pretty early tomorrow. I drifted off with her lovely face on my mind. ~Next Day~ I rised before the sun had even risen. Dressed in a dark gray cloak I slipped out of the manor and to the stables. The stable hand had my horse ready to go. I mounted her and kicked for her to run. She took off at a quick gait** toward the castle. The air was cool and the fog was heavy. I took in the fresh air. I felt like I was sufficating in that manor. The only one keeping me sane was Lady Nyx. As I entered the castle I halted and dismounted my horse handing her off to a palace stable boy. I entered the grand palace walking to the gardens that Thorn told me to meet him in. As I entered I seen him standing there in is
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-three: Short Tempered
-Thorn- On the day of our arrival I did the worst possible thing. I knew I put her in harm's way when I did it. And I regretted it all too late. I only hoped my actions didn't make Nyx's treatment worse. ----FLASHBACK----- I followed the Marquess to his study after the formalities of Noc and Josephine were settled. I knew he hated me for making him do this but it was the best way. "Your Majesty, how can I help you?" The Marquess spoke as he took a seat in his chaise. I took a seat across from him with my arms crossed. "I think you know, how did Nyx get back here when she was staying with Duke Noc?" I said with more venom than I intended. The Marquess chuckled and tsked at me. "That's none of your concern, your majesty. I'm very disappointed that you didn't escort her back the moment you found out." He snapped back at me. I gritted my teeth at his response. The Marquess was brave to act this way toward me. "Actually it is." I boomed my anger getting the best of me. Damn me a
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-two: I'm not a Temptress!
-Nyx- I quickly strode to the house to wash myself for dinner. I was going to be late if I didn't hurry. And I knew my father would not be happy about that. Once in my room I washed my hands and face. Drying my face quickly I headed down stairs for dinner. I entered the dining room to see I was one of the last ones to arrive. Father's unruly gaze fixated on me. It was clear he was pissed but holding it in. He couldn't ruin his perfect reputation as the perfect man. He made the public thinking he was this loving doting father but that was far from the truth. Father gave me a warning glare before I took my seat. Once we were all seated the meal was called in. It was tomato basil soup tonight. One of my favorites, Yareha, made the best soup ever. My mouth watered as it was served. My father prayed before taking the first bite queuing that everyone else may eat now. I wasted no time grabbing some fresh baked bread from the many bowls in front of me. I dipped it in the soup before ginger
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty-one: A Little Flirting Never Hurt
-Nyx- The next couple of weeks were fairly uneventful. I was now allowed to leave my room on my own. But I made sure to stay out of the way of everyone. I didn't particularly want to see Duke Noc either. Him and my sister seemed to be hitting it off. He had bought her lavish gifts which he presented at dinner. ****Flashback**** I was sitting at dinner eating with my head down when Duke Noc cleared his throat to gain everyone's attention. Everyone looked at him as he stood and moved closer to my sister who was sitting across from him. My father was very strict on where everyone sat at the table. Loved ones always sat across from each other. The only exception was Ariel because she was not a noble by blood. "Lady Sparrow, my sweet Josephine, you are as radiant as the sun. As ethereal as the moon. You are the emerald of the earth. The sapphire of the seas. And the diamond of my eye." He said in a sickly sweet voice. One that was filled with adoration and something else I couldn't qu
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Thirty: Anger and Heartbreak
~Nyx~ Today is the day that Duke Noc will be here. I would be a liar if I said it wasn’t going to hurt to see him with Josephine. My time at his estate had caused me to grow fond of him. I guess I hadn’t realized my feelings for him until I heard of the proposed marriage between them. I got up as a maid who also didn’t care for me entered. She was a close friend of Ariel’s. Though she wasn’t verbal with her abuse but did small things to humiliate the one she picked on. Which tended to be me. If I remembered right her name was Brooke. I sat down in front of my vanity so Brooke could brush my hair. She ripped through my hair with the brush. Making my scalp ache and hurt but I bit my lip. I didn’t want to give her the satisfaction of me being in pain. After ten grueling minutes she had braided my hair into a nice updo. Little stands of my wild hair fell in curls along the sides of my face. She helped me dress in a simple dress. It had a cream top and a red satin skirt that fell down to
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Twenty-nine: Childishness of a Commoner
~Noc~ “Wake up!” Thorn yelled, throwing a small rock at me. He was putting out the fire. To keep wildfires from ripping through the land every traveler ensured that they took the time to put out fires completely. I sat up stiffly, stretching and yawning. “Why are you always so grumpy and mean?” I asked him, rolling my shoulders. I watched him roll his eyes at me. Thorn had always had strong opinions on the way I acted. But it was only when we were alone so he could hop off. I smirked, getting up taunting his eye roll with my own. Thorn shook his head chuckling in minor annoyance. “Why are you like this?” He asked. But instead of an answer I just mocked his words back at him. This caused him to give me a tight lipped squint. I chuckled childishly at my action. “Come on, you child.” Thorn said, loading the horses before mounting his. I broke out in a large smile and did the same. We were close to the Marquess manor. And my impending fate to fool the Marquess. We rode in silence un
The Rejected Daughter Chapter Twenty-eight: Big Sister
~Nyx~ After who knows how many days in that small cramped room, guards came for me. I shrank myself back so they couldn’t hurt me. “Get up, we don’t want to have to manhandle you.” A guard spit out at me. I didn’t want them to touch me so I got up. Taking care to keep my eyes on the ground. I followed the guards out of the room and down several halls. I used my peripherals to see where we were. “Lady Josephine will be back tomorrow.” One of the guards said, drawing my attention to thier conversation. “Oh really? The true Lady of the house will be returning that soon?” The other guard responded with a smile “Yah, I missed seeing her beautiful face. I’m sure she’s only grown more beautiful since the last time. I heard Duke Noc is coming to officially court her.” The first guard said with sadness. This made my heart fall into my stomach. I didn’t think a man that I had put my trust into would marry into this horrendous family. A family I hated with all my being. Maybe the maid wh
