Thread: Sightless [Sigr / Raina_Reader]

Alexandra had been drifting in a new and horrible world where there was nothing but darkness, only broken by the smell of sickness and distant noises she couldn't identify. Even familiar voices had felt empty, void of character as she had been treated like a doll who could shatter into a thousand pieces any moment. Now it wasn't all pitch black anymore. As warm water enveloped her, scent of lavender danced in the air. Alexandra could feel Evelyn's attention on how she worked her hair, her tender care as she touched her face. Even if silent, Alexandra felt the room filled with Lady Rosewind's presence, the darkness slightly cast away. Even how she laughed naturally, without the affectation a lady was supposed to have, was something of note. Of course, it wasn't the somewhat boisterous even if sometimes enviable laughs of the service girls, specially when she suspected they talked of something improper. Nor was it the roaring guffaws of the men that worked around the house, crude and hearty. It was refined, but not fake, once again feeling musical. Alexandra coulndn't help but open her eyes wider in hopeful surprise, almost wanting to turn her face towards Evelyn, but not wanting to make the care of her hair more difficult. Could she really learn to play an instrument or was Lady Rosewind just being gentle? No, Alexandra didn't get the feel that she would lie to her like that. Maybe she was right, maybe she could. Oh... that's a pity Alexandra nodded softly. She had hoped to hear Evelyn sing since the moment she admitted to having that talent, but if it brought painful memories... There is a piano in the ballroom, although I don't know if it works, it's quite old... she answered, taken into Evelyn's pace, lifted by her energy. Maybe we can do it. Lift the spirits, make new memories, balance the sour with sweet Alexandra talked faster than she had done since Evelyn knew her, enthused, a smile painted in her face. As Evelyn was leaving her hair, Alexandra turned her head to face her. Perhaps Alexandra couldn't see Evelyn, but Lady Rosewind could sure see a shine in those empty blue eyes, a pink in her pale cheeks. If I learn to play, will you sing with me? she begged for a positive answer. After the exciting moment, it was time to get out of the water, getting lukewarm by the minute. Ah, I'm fine. Winters can be cold in Ravenwood, I'm used to low temperatures Alexandra said as Evelyn worried about her. In fact, I'm feeling way better than I had in... what seems forever she nodded, getting out of the tub with Evelyn's help. Tea will be nice- Alexandra said, noticing that she was not only willing, but eager to drink some, rising her arms making the whole task of drying her easier. As she did so, her sentence was interrupted by her own body, as her stomach uttered a quite unladylike growl. Ah. Hahahaha- Alexandra managed to laugh at her own expense, a first since that ordeal had begun. Her voice sounded as delicate as her, the white flower that was born into the rocks of the mountain, as she was an unlikely one to find in the harsh lands of Ravenwood. Ask for some sweets too she added, her voice unable to reach that far as the hall yet. I don't think I can tackle a real meal yet, but indulging my sweet tooth it's only natural... Alexandra shrugged, being a bit fickle now that she was in charge. It was somewhat embarrassing to let Evelyn dress her to that point. Alexandra had always help with the most complicated dresses, but having to lean on Evelyn, rise her legs and move around as instructed to wear even her undergarments was something else. At least that sped up the process, or she will be forever fighting those fabrics to probably look awful afterwards. She liked her fresh, clean hair, shaking her head to feel it move around. She normally had it in different buns and braids and all sorts of hairdos, just passing time by doing her own hair, but now that she couldn't do as such, Alexandra appreciated the feeling of freedom that the unruly hair had. Yes, lets go Alexandra nodded, positive. I'm feeling hungry and curious she said, feeling an unexpected reservoir of energy in her, taking Lady Rosewind's arm and guiding her around. I want to show you the corners of the house, once my legs feel better Alexandra commented. It was true that she was decided and felt better, but she was still weakened by the sickness that robbed her sight, and she walked with not only the unsteady pace of someone frail, but also the insecure stride of someone who couldn't see. When we reach the door warn me, we are headed to the back garden she commented, tackling the task of just walking the corridor from her room was utterly strange. It was familiar, but until she got accustomed it could be an utterly unknown place to her. Once they reached the stairs, Alexandra shivered. It's just a flight of stairs, two doors to the right and you will see the ballroom I talked you about, the one with the piano she tightened her grip on Evelyn, scared of a simple set of stairway. On the back of it there is a set of windowed doors that lead to a balcony and the gardens. It's breezy in winter, but it should be nice now, specially on the sun she mentioned. I have to tell Martha to arrange a table there, is she around? Alexandra wondered, as she had no way of knowing.