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I subtly probed him. He shook his head in denial, then stepped back from the door and bowed deeply. Forgive my intrusion at this late hour.” Unlike Leonhardt, who remained rooted in the garden like a statue, Monet was the first to leave. His steps were hurried, like a man fleeing something unbearable. Diana considered their contrasting reactions, suspicion blossoming in her mind. Perhaps the feelings they held for her were not mere attachment. Both Leonhardt and Monet were in the prime of…- 9.1 K • Ongoing
- “Understood.” Diana moved to the edge of the balcony, gripping the railing, ready to react instantly. Ruby extended his arm into the void. His eyes narrowed in concentration as he channeled his power, a white destructive energy spreading outwards in a rectangular shape. Beads of sweat trickled down his temples. The labyrinth was an incredibly complex, high-level spell. Even for a powerful mage like him, breaching it required pushing his concentration to its absolute limit. It was only possible…
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- Fury at her betrayer surged through her, from the tips of her toes to the crown of her head. Her hands trembled, her shoulders shook, and her breath came in ragged gasps. “Just how far did you think I’d let this go?!” Her enraged voice echoed through the silent labyrinthine corridor. Leonhardt straightened, then bowed his head, not in deference, but to meet her gaze. Amber eyes flashed, holding her captive in their depths. “Your Majesty, I, too, have exercised restraint. You would be impressed…
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He wasn’t intentionally trying to single Ellie out. He’d accepted her presence; there was no reason to be unkind. He simply wasn't naturally friendly to anyone. Yet, the maids were consistently amiable towards him. He wasn't sure why, and he'd never bothered to ask, but he had a suspicion. It was likely due to his impressive letter of introduction and the rumors it had spawned. Regardless, he didn’t enjoy being complicit in ostracizing someone. He smoothed out the crumpled paper and thrust it…- 27.2 K • Ongoing
- It was none of his concern. Daniel carefully folded the letter and tucked it under Ellie’s pillow. His gaze fell upon her sleeping form. Curled up on her side, her small frame looked vulnerable. The thin nightgown was one thing, but she should have pulled up the blanket. As he covered her, he noticed the upturned corners of her mouth. Was she dreaming of food, or perhaps journeying through her fantasy land? He poked the dimple in her cheek with his finger. Disturbed from her sweet dreams, Ellie…
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- The holiday wasn’t over yet. Enjoying a leisurely evening, Ellie lay on her stomach, penning a letter. Daniel leaned against the headboard, seemingly engrossed in a Bible. His sudden piety, however, was a ruse. He was rereading the densely packed notes—written in code—hidden within its margins. He desperately needed a new strategy, even without the goat’s incessant nagging. Ellie glanced at Daniel’s profile repeatedly as she wrote. Her gaze was too intense to ignore. Without turning, he asked,…
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“Just pick a dress already,” Evan said, stifling a yawn and urging his sister to make her choice. Even as he spoke, his thoughts were consumed by Vivian. Vivian, with her large, luminous eyes like a young deer. Vivian, with her soft, fragrant brown hair that smelled sweet when the warm spring breeze blew. Vivian, with her tiny mouth that nibbled even the smallest piece of chocolate slowly and delightfully. Vivian, so intelligent yet kind and innocent, a fragrant target for lurking hyenas. “I…- 35.3 K • Ongoing
- “Do you think you're something special just because the Young Duke favors you? Answer me. Or did you seduce the Young Duke with that face of yours? Did you agree to be his personal servant?” “No.” “Ha! No? What do you mean no? You probably snuck in to warm his bed at night, didn't you?” “No.” Finally, at the absurd accusation, Arthur spoke. The man who had been taunting him, excited by this first response, grinned, revealing yellowed teeth. His face was a stark…
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- Vivian's gaze, wavering slightly, shifted towards the group harassing Arthur. Obscured by the mansion's shadows, their figures weren't clear, so Vivian frowned, peering intently. A puzzled expression crept across her face as she tilted her head. Who are they? I've never seen them before. Servants, perhaps? They couldn't be vassals, knights, or coachmen. Even Vivian, as indifferent as she could be to her surroundings, wouldn't forget faces she'd encountered. She'd at least have a vague…
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As twilight deepened, Lilian couldn't discern Cairn's expression. He broke the suffocating silence of the dense darkness. “…Lilian, do you… do you like me?” Cairn’s hand, resting gently on her thigh, trembled slightly. “No! I didn’t mean it like that.” Lilian shook her hand dismissively, and he sighed deeply. “If you didn’t, then why are you making such a… preposterous request?” “Why is a kiss preposterous? We used to kiss each other on the…- 17.5 K • Ongoing
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