Similar but Not the Same
62nd of Zi’da, Arc 717
So far, Velaine had kept to her best behavior.
Being in Nathaniel’s home as his betrothed had been unsurprisingly exhausting. Despite Maderson’s initial surprise at her sudden arrival, the older woman had been eager to show her off to every other Endor available. The Krome could barely keep track of all them. The fact that Nathaniel was quite busy with his mine also didn’t help – it meant more chances for his mother to ambush her for a sit-down. Her face was starting to ache from the sweet smiles she had held all time.
Still, it was role she had accepted. Velaine had to show that she would be the perfect wife, the sort Nathaniel’s parents expected her to be. All sweet and innocent. Smart but submissive. After all, they needed to believe that this was the perfect match. That Titania Krome was a gentle girl, someone who will devote herself and obey her husband. That Nathaniel would be the only one in charge once they assumed the title duke and duchess.
This trial started rather pleasantly, at least. Maderson had spared her from a breakfast in the dining room and a servant had told her that her things would be arriving from Krome.
Velaine smiled as she saw her house’s carriage rolled in front of the estate. The servants’ familiar faces as they scrambled to bring down all of her things was a welcome sight after spending her trials with strangers. There were a bit more baggage than what she originally packed, so
An older servant presented himself then in front of her, one she knew well. Willem bowed and cleared his throat for a moment. “Lady Krome, under the request of Baroness Krome, we have also brought your pet along.” As if on cue, Chrome’s small figure jumped out of the carriage and circled his mistress with a happy bark.
She let her surprise show as she picked the overexcited creature up. “Really? I was thinking of leaving Chrome at home since he can get a bit mischievous.” Still, the young woman could not help feeling a bit better as the little wolf nestled comfortably against her chest, licking her fingers in greeting.
Willem lowered his voice. “Between you and me, my lady, I do not think your mother likes animals very much.”
“I’m not surprised,” the young woman replied with a light laugh. After a solid thank you, Velaine instructed them to find the estate’s servant to help direct them to her chambers. Now that Maderson was leaving her alone, perhaps it was the time for her to finally explore the building alone. The Endors had always been one of the more secretive houses, perhaps she could find something interesting.
With the small pup in her arms, the young woman walked back inside, wondering where she should go first.
Being in Nathaniel’s home as his betrothed had been unsurprisingly exhausting. Despite Maderson’s initial surprise at her sudden arrival, the older woman had been eager to show her off to every other Endor available. The Krome could barely keep track of all them. The fact that Nathaniel was quite busy with his mine also didn’t help – it meant more chances for his mother to ambush her for a sit-down. Her face was starting to ache from the sweet smiles she had held all time.
Still, it was role she had accepted. Velaine had to show that she would be the perfect wife, the sort Nathaniel’s parents expected her to be. All sweet and innocent. Smart but submissive. After all, they needed to believe that this was the perfect match. That Titania Krome was a gentle girl, someone who will devote herself and obey her husband. That Nathaniel would be the only one in charge once they assumed the title duke and duchess.
This trial started rather pleasantly, at least. Maderson had spared her from a breakfast in the dining room and a servant had told her that her things would be arriving from Krome.
Velaine smiled as she saw her house’s carriage rolled in front of the estate. The servants’ familiar faces as they scrambled to bring down all of her things was a welcome sight after spending her trials with strangers. There were a bit more baggage than what she originally packed, so
An older servant presented himself then in front of her, one she knew well. Willem bowed and cleared his throat for a moment. “Lady Krome, under the request of Baroness Krome, we have also brought your pet along.” As if on cue, Chrome’s small figure jumped out of the carriage and circled his mistress with a happy bark.
She let her surprise show as she picked the overexcited creature up. “Really? I was thinking of leaving Chrome at home since he can get a bit mischievous.” Still, the young woman could not help feeling a bit better as the little wolf nestled comfortably against her chest, licking her fingers in greeting.
Willem lowered his voice. “Between you and me, my lady, I do not think your mother likes animals very much.”
“I’m not surprised,” the young woman replied with a light laugh. After a solid thank you, Velaine instructed them to find the estate’s servant to help direct them to her chambers. Now that Maderson was leaving her alone, perhaps it was the time for her to finally explore the building alone. The Endors had always been one of the more secretive houses, perhaps she could find something interesting.
With the small pup in her arms, the young woman walked back inside, wondering where she should go first.
