Aria Of Vengeance (16+)
Episode # 1
WARNING: This book contains graphic descriptions of violence and may not be suitable for sensitive readers. Reader discretion is advised.
As the soft melodies of the grand piano echoes through the opulent halls of Isabella mansion.
Blind Sophie gracefully makes her way towards the source of the enchanting music.
Her long, flowing white gown trailing behind her as she moves with quiet elegance, her fingers lightly brushing against the ornate walls as she follows the intricate notes that speaks to her soul.
Sophie (FL)
*with each note that filling the air, a wave of emotions washes over me.*
Sophie (FL)
*The music is like a gentle caress and lifting my spirits.*
Sophie (FL)
~sighs~ *it is a language that I can understand without words...a connection that transcend the limitations of my sight.*
Finally she reaches the doorway of the piano room, where Lucien sit at the grand piano,lost in his own world.
His fingers moving effortlessly across the keys, creating a symphony of beautiful that wraps Sophie like a warm embrace.
As she listens to the haunting melody, allowing herself to be swept away by the emotions that swirl within the notes.
As Lucien lost in the music, the soft sobs behind him pulls him back to reality. He turns to see Sophie standing in the doorway, her tears silently falling down her cheeks.
Without a second thought, he invited her to come in and sit with him.
Lucien(ML)
Come in Sophie. *says politely*
She hesitates for a moment before accepting his invitation
Sophie (FL)
I can't Lucien.
She comes in and settles into the bench beside him. He continues to play, pouring his emotions into the music, while Sophie listens with rapt attention.
Sophie (FL)
*As I sat there listening, I couldn't help but imagine what Lucien looked like.*
Sophie (FL)
*I pictured him with tousled dark hair, intense eyes and a gentle smile on his lips. Playing the piano with passion and dedication.*
When Lucien hit the final note of the song, he turns his gaze to her and give her a warm smile.
Lucien's mother Isabella cold and rude voice shatters the peace, calling out Lucien.
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
Lucien! Lucien.
Lucien's expression harden as he quickly distances himself from Sophie, pretends as thought he has never invited her to sit beside him.
His mother walks, frown lines appearing on her forehead. She looks Sophie up and down before turning her glance at Lucien.
Episode #2
The custody lawyer sits across From Isabella and her daughter Julia and Lucien stands beside her as they wait for the lawyer to begin his questioning.
As Mrs Johnson asks about the living conditions and treatment of Sophie in their household. Isabella plaster a fake smile
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
She is a doing great here. Infact she is more like my daughter now.
Julia chime in, echoing her mother's words and adding.
Julia (Lucien's sister)
She's like a friend and sister too.
As the conversation continues Mrs Johnson's smile flatters slightly.
Mrs Johnson(Custody lawyer)
That's good to hear.
Mrs Johnson(Custody lawyer)
Where is Sophie?
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
She's doesn't feel well so I don't want to disturb her.
Julia (Lucien's sister)
But she says she'll see you soon and better.
Lucien remains quite as he had witnessed how his mother and sister treat Sophie behind closed doors.
Mrs Johnson(Custody lawyer)
I wanted to ask her about her daily routine and how she feels in your household.
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
Maybe another time,she isn't feeling better now.
Mrs Johnson(Custody lawyer)
*smiles* I understand.
Lucien walks away looking so serious and annoyed putting Mrs Johnson on confusion. Isabella eases her confusion with a fake smile.
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
erm... that's my boy always in a rush. School work I guess.
Mrs Johnson(Custody lawyer)
Yeah. Good luck on your Aria competition Julia.
Julia (Lucien's sister)
*forces a smile* Thank you.
Mrs Johnson rises from her seat and turns to leave Isabella puts on a serious face as she Mrs Johnson leave.
Episode #3
As Lucien walks down the hallway of his mother's grand mansion, he suddenly hears a piercing scream coming from Sophie's room.
He quickens his pace and rushes into her room. Upon entering, he is met her curling up on the bed, a look of agony on her face as she clutches her stomach.
Sophie (FL)
It hurts, it hurts. *cries*
Realization dawns on him as he sees the bloodstain on her gown. She is in the midst of a fierce bout of period pains.
Lucien(ML)
Hang in there, Sophie.
Lucien pulls out his phone and quickly dials the number of one of the housemaids.
Lucien(ML)
Hey, I need to come to Sophie's room. She's need your help now.
The maid rushes in and begins to attend her, Lucien steps back out into the hallway and closes the door behind him.
Leans against the cool wood railing. As he stands there, hears his mother's voice echoing through the mansion as she chatters away on the phone.
Isabella (Lucien and Julia's mom)
*laughs*Don't worry dear. Julia will win this Aria competition. Just trust me.
Lucien clenches his jaw in frustration, he sees Julia sitting in the living room engrossed in a reality TV show laughing and smiling.
Lucien(ML)
*I'm really part of this family?*
The housemaid emerges from the room interrupting his thoughts.
housemaid
She's resting and feeling a bit better.
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