Thread: The Lady in Waiting (Lady Bloody Ava & Greeneyed23)

A disgusting feeling ate away at the pit of the Lady's stomach. She only saw things getting worse from here. To bring the news of the five Granger boys raping and beating their own sisters to light would do more harm for the girls than good. And incestuous relationship? Or they could pawn it off as delusions from being raped in the first place. Rise loved her father but the girl could already feel the harsh sting of a slap to face from having brought her findings to light. In no way would she lead the girls back to their brothers. She could be beat herself before allowing that to happen. The only child of Charles Benedict, the more powerful of nobles upon the council and the betrothed of Rallon Granger. Little did she know the advantage that the Granger's had gained. Sacrificing their sisters, their own flesh and blood, in the name of power and wealth. The youngest of the Granger girls came out of no where. Young Thea Granger. Petite with a halo of curls that naturally cascaded about her shoulders. Thankfully one of Rose's old dresses fit her form well. The beautiful dress only making the grim girl's face all the more prominent as she silently walked up to Rose and wrapped her arms around the woman in a hug. No words need be said. The child had not mother or father and the only men remaining in her family were a bunch of monsters. Save for Rallon. Every night Rose prayed that her betrothed would return. Some nights tears would silently spill from closed eyes as she slept. Be they from stress and pressure or missing the comforting company and alliance of her betrothed, she was not entirely sure herself. Send word to my father, Lord Benedict, that the Granger girls are with me and safe and sound. The servant wrote down the note and exited to do as told. Lady Rose felt Thea's hug grow tighter, like the dear girl's life depended on it. Stay your tongue dear. Stay mute, it is for the better. Should Rallon arrive, then speak, but I wish no further harm upon you. I will speak to my father and see things sorted. Until then, you are safe. No harm will come of you here. Now... return to your sisters. The hesitance was foreseen, but the girl was obedient and did as requested of her. William Granger... what sick game do you play? Words whispered aloud to herself. Any moment she expected a Granger at her doorstep. As Lady of the manor her role was often perceived as subservient. However, in her betrothed's absence and by his word, she was the force to be reckoned with, within the halls of this manor and the lands left within her control, it was no surprise that several suitors have already tried to win her heart in Rallon's absence. Despite the chaos, her duties still pressed on. Harvesting season was fruitful on Rallon's domain and there were no disputes to be settled. The dues were collected with little to no problems and the winter season was forseen as well since there was sufficient meat and preserves already. Spices needed to be purchased and that would all be the start of her day. Not yet wed and already she played the role of a Lady of the Manor. Her morning prayer was particularly lengthy before she ate breakfast. The table understandably quiet before the girls were taken to the library and Rose continued on what duties and tasks that could be done while remaining at the Manor. Inwardly she awaited the arrival of someone... anyone.