DREAD

The ominous sound of dripping water sounded in the dark. The only source of light was from the moonlight that shone through the window. My head was down as I spat out more blood.

"Are you ready to talk" His voice rang out in the dark.

"When you choke to death" I gritted out despite my fractured jaw. The answer to my statement was a hard punch to the face.

"Is that how to treat a lady?" The momentum had caused my head to move to the side. I glared at him with as much hate I could muster, hoping to kill him with a look.

"Scum like you shouldn't be called a lady" He gritted out and I had a reply on the tip of my tongue but my jaw made it hard for me to continue.

"Hopefully, you'll die before tomorrow" he spat and left.

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When I opened my eyes the sun was already high, and I could only assume it was noon. I rubbed my eyes and stretched, getting of the bed.

If I wanted to know more about what was going on then I'd have to visit the library.

Just as I was getting dressed a knock came at the door.

"Come in" I said

"Lady Amira, the Lord requests your presence" the maid bowed her head as she related the message "The young miss has returned"

"Thank you" I replied then called her back as she was about to leave.

"I want to know about our family's history, may I know where the library is?" I asked the maid and she had a very surprised look on her face.

"My Lady, all books related to the history of this family may be found in the great Hall" she said and excused herself.

I left my room and went towards the breakfast hall. The sound of harmonious laughter filled my ears. Curious, I took a peek and a harmonious scene greeted me. The Lord, Lady and boy from the other day were crowded around a young girl who looked about my age. She had shiny blonde hair and golden eyes. Everybody looked happy, even the sullen looking Lord had laugh lines.

Once again, as soon as I walked in their eyes turned on me. I cleared my throat and greeted them.

"Cousin, how long it's been" The golden haired girl rushed up to me, taking my hand in hers.

"Yes, it's been a while, how was your trip?" I found myself asking.

"It was such fun, I'll tell you all about it later" she said clasping her hands together. Everything about this girl seemed to be warm and sunny but I felt a chill run down my spine. If being a knight had thought me one thing, it was to always keep my guard up and never let anyone through. Those were the codes I lived by and just because I was reborn into an easy life doesn't mean that it doesn't have its cracks. This family may seem perfect but the chills I get do not lie. My instincts are always spot on.

I looked back at the golden haired girl with a smile but her eyes seemed cold despite the wide smile on her face

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