For Eternity
Chapter 1
The morning always felt peaceful.
And today was no different.
Ryan as usual cleaned his small cottage, cook himself something to eat.
The birds chirped in harmony, singing in beautiful tones.
The warmth of sun, wrapped around like a cozy blanket in winter.
As he entered the bakery, the familiar bell tinged, announcing my presence.
Ryan Sterling
Good morning Mrs Ella!
He smiled gently towards her.
She looked at him, with gentle warmth in her eyes and a soft smile.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Morning sweetheart
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
You are... Early?
Ryan Sterling
No, just came few minutes early.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Why?
Ryan Sterling
For free cinnamon buns
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
You would make this poor lady, even poorer.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Ryan!
Her voice carried this mock anger, a soft laughter stirring soon after.
Ryan Sterling
Alright, I'll start baking the buns and loaves.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Hmm
Soon after, the shelves were filled with various types of buns and loaves of bread.
The villagers started to trickled in almost endlessly.
Some complained that their breads weren't crusty enough for a sake of free one, some praised the taste and rewarded few gold coins.
Judy
Kind lady! I would want some ginger bread.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Of course Judy.
Judy
Can I get from brother? When he gives it, it tastes way better.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Is it so?
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Ryan!
Ryan Sterling
Yes, Mrs Ella?
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
Give some ginger bread to this sweet child.
Ryan effortlessly packed two ginger bread and went to Judy.
Crouching down just to her level, he handed over her the packet.
Ryan Sterling
Your welcome
Ryan forwarded his hand to pat Judy's cheeks, and just as their skins met, a horrible sharp pain went through Ryan's head.
He could see blur fragments of something he couldn't describe.
When he opened his eyes, all he knew was, something is going to happen. Very bad.
He grabbed Judy's hand and stared right into her eyes.
Ryan Sterling
Tell your father to not take the east road.
Ryan Sterling
I don't know... Just do so...
The kid visibly started to get scared, her little body shivering.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
RYAN STERLING!
Mrs Ella shouted, snapping Ryan out of his hazy dream.
Mrs Ella (Bakery owner)
You are scaring my customer!
He trailed off mid-word when he saw Judy's eye filled with fear.
Ryan Sterling
Dear, I am sorry.
Judy
Brother... What happened?
Her voice carried uncertainty.
Ryan Sterling
Brother... Had a very bad dream. Don't worry.
Ryan chuckled at the little girl's effort to make him feel better.
Ryan Sterling
I am feeling good now!
Ryan Sterling
Yes. Just remember to notify your father.
Judy
I would! Bye brother! And next time, don't have bad dreams.
Ryan Sterling
(I wish I could stop them too)
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Chapter 2
People had already retired to their respective homes, probably sharing time with their beloved.
Ryan lazily curled into his bed, holding his stomach.
Ryan Sterling
God, It hurts so much.
It was a regular event whenever he would foresee.
He never wanted to do it, but he didn't know how to control it.
Which made it far harder for him.
Ryan Sterling
I feel hungry...
Ryan tossed around the bed restlessly, trying to forget the pain and the hunger.
MEANWHILE, AT DUCAL RAVENSHIRE MANSION
The grand golden chandeliers spread it's beautiful light all around the room, creating a luxurious atmosphere.
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Hmm?
Butler
Lady Zoya has denied to join the dinner.
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Why?
Butler
She refuses to eat with... You.
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Call her immediately. Or else tell her there will be consequences.
The butler hurried to Lady Zoya's private chamber, knocking on it twice.
Butler
Lady Zoya, Master demands your presence.
Zoya Domince (ML's fiancee)
I told you I am not hungry!
Butler
Master told me to inform that ... There would be consequences if lady doesn't comes down.
Zoya Domince (ML's fiancee)
If he wants, he can kill me for all I care. I won't join means I won't.
Zoya Domince (ML's fiancee)
Go and tell that to your master.
Zoya Domince (ML's fiancee)
GET OUT!
The butler hurried downstairs and stood beside Damien, whose face was stern and cold
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Fine. Let her starve till death.
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Nobody would serve her for this day as well as the next day.
Damien Xavier Wycliffe (ML/ Duke)
Understood?
All the maids - YES MASTER!
The dining hall fell into silence, the atmosphere cold and unfamiliar.
Zoya Domince, daughter of Jake Domince, the duke of South, gave away his daughter as a peace treaty among the ducal house.
Zoya, who already has a beloved of her own, refuses to be married to a man whom she neither recognises nor loves.
And for her, whatever she was doing right.
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Chapter 3
The morning came hardly for Ryan.
Enduring a whole night of pain and hunger, he was extremely exhausted.
But he had works he has to attend.
He dragged himself out of the bed, stumbling to the washroom.
His steps were weak and constantly staggering.
Ryan Sterling
Lord, have mercy on me.
He mumbled and gripped the door for support.
Ryan rested on the floor after eating a loaf of bread and warm soup.
He was feeling a little better.
He closed his eyes, letting the exhaustion fade.
It was soft knock, almost unheardable if the urgency wasn't there.
Ryan looked over the door, wondering who it might be.
Ryan Sterling
Who shall be it?
He stood up and walked slowly towards the door, opening it cautiously.
And he saw a beautiful lady in front of him.
Wrapped in silver sequin and gold jewelries.
He could figure out much, she was a noble.
Unknown
Please let me hide here! Please?
Ryan eyes hovered on the panicked lady, who seemed to be in distress.
Ryan Sterling
Al... Alright.
The lady stepped inside and hurried to a corner, and sat there.
Ryan Sterling
What happened lady? Why would you seek help from a commoner?
Unknown
Please help me! They would cage me again.
Unknown
I don't want to go there again!!! They are... His men are chasing me.
Ryan Sterling
Its alright lady, I'll not let them know about you.
Unknown
Oh, thank you kind sir!
Ryan Sterling
Please forgive my inept to recognize you, but may I ask who you may be?
Unknown
It's alright! I am—
But this time it wasn't soft, hurried or subtle.
It was loud, heavy and warning.
He went towards the door.
But the lady shook her head vigorously.
Ryan Sterling
It's alright. I can manage.
Ryan hesitantly forwarded his hand to the knob, turning it with a soft click sound.
The door unlocked, revealing two strong bulgy men in armor.
Loyal soldiers from Royalty.
Ryan panicked, but he kept his demeanor cool
Ryan Sterling
Sir, what may have brought you to this poor?
Haider (soldier)
The future lady of Ravenshire has escaped. Please notify the royal guards if she is seen anywhere. And don't dare to hide her, it would be considered as a crime.
Haider (soldier)
It would be seen as an attempt of malice, and the malefactor would be given punishment.
Ryan Sterling
Alright sir, I will surely keep that in mind.
Ryan closed the door and turned around with fear and a hint of curiosity in his eyes.
The lady was holding a knife, pointing it towards Ryan.
Unknown
Don't you dare think of handing me over them, or else I'll harm myself and blame you.
Ryan Sterling
I have already committed a crime. Even if I hand you, they would suspect me anyway.
Ryan Sterling
Let's just talk?
The lady stared at him. Then nodded, slowly putting away the knife.
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