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Post by sportsnutd on May 10, 2021 20:38:18 GMT -6
Ember nodded to Miss Selene as they spoke.
She followed her off the carriage and stood near her as a password was uttered.
She then held Miss Selene's hand as she was reminded about what she was to do and to be silent.
Ember would follow her inside when she was ready.
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Post by Alagosa on May 21, 2021 22:49:58 GMT -6
Selene glanced at Ember as her eyes narrowed. She pulled her hand back as she entered into the house. It was unbecoming for such touching, especially in the presence of such people. She stepped inside the doorway without another comment to Ember. Her head was held high as her hands were folded in front of her.
The meeting took well over two hours to complete. She gathered the information that was needed on her sister. There was an interesting rumor about her mother being rather sick. She dismissed it as she felt there was nothing to do with them. It would seem that her sister was doing her own investigation. Selene's thought that her sister was involved in the group was confirmed. She would have to find a different source of information.
She walked to the carriage as she was helped in. She waited for Ember to climb in before they left the house. She drew the curtains tight as she looked at the girl. Her arms crossed over her chest as she thought about what to say.
She cleared her throat as she spoke in a quiet voice. "It seems there are some nasty rumors floating around. I think a new group of similar stature will be in order. I don't like thinking that I am being played against my sister in such a way that would benefit others. The crown will never be played by such small minds. Next it is time for a bit of shopping."
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Post by sportsnutd on May 23, 2021 11:33:43 GMT -6
Ember knew she disobeyed and looked down for a moment before following Miss Selene into the house and sitting and not saying a word.
She followed back into the carriage waiting as Miss Selene was helped inside and Ember followed back in after sitting on the opposite side.
"Yes ma'am" Ember replied then continued, "I do apoligize for my unbecoming behaviour before. I should not have grabbed your hands Miss Selene and I am fully aware that if need be I will be punished." She said looking right at her Highness.
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Post by Alagosa on May 29, 2021 15:19:57 GMT -6
Selene looked over at Ember as the girl spoke. A sigh left her lips as she shook her head as the girl had grown overly close to the princess. She was uncertain about this. In one hand, it was a good thing as she knew the girl was less likely to betray her. On the other hand, Ember could be black mailed or forced to hurt the princess. It was one of the main reasons that she kept the girl at her side. She also had few different people keep an eye on her, just in case.
"Remember, if others find out how close you are to me, they will use you. I don't want you to be put in that situation. It would not end well for either of us."
She looked out the window as her mind turned over. Punishment was always difficult. Her eyes looked back to the girl as they narrowed. She held out her hand as she took in a deep breath.
"Give me your hand."
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Post by sportsnutd on May 29, 2021 16:26:40 GMT -6
Ember gave her hand to Miss Selene, "Yes ma'hm, I will be careful. I promise that I will be careful."
Ember's eyes never left her Prinncess gaze as it would be rude to look away when recieveing Punishment. Ember knew what she did wrong and was willing to endure anything.
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Post by Alagosa on May 31, 2021 14:15:33 GMT -6
Selene smiled as she took the girl's hand. She grasped it tightly as she stared at the girl. There was a lot of trust which was a good thing. There has been many stories of other royals doing worse that she was about to. Her other hand raised as she smacked the back of Ember's Her eyes never left the girl's.
"Remember this pain for next time as I will not be nearly as gentle. Consider yourself lucky it was not me taking off your hand. Such weakness can and will be used by our enemies.
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Post by sportsnutd on May 31, 2021 22:56:54 GMT -6
Ember did her best to keep quiet after her punishment and wanted to rub her hand but she just set it at her side. She listened to Miss Selene and was understanding what she was saying. Others that might come after them will use her to get to Miss Selene. Ember knew what could happen and she needed to toughen up and do as she was told.
She nodded and responded, "Thank you for teaching me this lesson. I will promise to be careful though I should let my actions speak for me."
She went back to looking out the window but If she was needed her gaze was on Miss Selene without waver.
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Post by Alagosa on Jun 13, 2021 14:20:36 GMT -6
Selene nodded her head in approval. The girl had taken her words to heart which was important. She would not be taken down by someone who was so careless. She crossed her arms over her stomach as she glanced out the window.
The clatter of wheels and the horses hooves hitting the dirt road as it pulled them further from the house. She leaned her head back, going over bits of information she gathered. Rumors swirled as she would find the truth behind each of them. It was what she wanted for sure the accuracy of the information she got.
She rubbed her temples as she looked over at the girl, "Ember, make note that we need to talk with Mr. Thompson. There are a few things he needs to look into for us. I also want an appointment with the doctor attending my mother. There are several questions I want to ask of him. I don't like rumors that are spreading that my mother is dying. As her daughter, you would think that I would be the first to know."
Her eyes soften as her full attention was on Ember, "Now, what do you want for the spot of lunch or should we go see about this boy of yours?"
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Post by sportsnutd on Jun 17, 2021 22:03:04 GMT -6
Ember rode along thinking about the lesson she learned from Miss Selene then paying her full undivided attention to her.
She waited to speak until after Miss Selene finished, "Yes Ma'am, I have jotted it all down, and if I may speak up... I agree you should be the first to know and should not have secrets kept from you. In regards to your other question, I believe there is also a great lunch spot near his place of business. We would be able to do both if you wish."
Ember smiled inside as she was eager to meet this boy and if the circumstances worked out he would be hers...if Miss Selene allowed it.
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Post by Alagosa on Jun 22, 2021 17:33:41 GMT -6
Selene nodded her head as she heard the request for both. It would be easily arranged. She tilted her head to the side as she thought about what they could do both. It would be wise to watch from across the street to make sure that the man was at the shop. She still had doubts if the boy owned the shop. It was more likey he worked there. She would not correct the woman at the moment.
"Than we shall watch the store while we eat lunch at the little cafe. It is best to make sure that he is around before we go in. Have you thought about how you will approach him?"
She was rather curious as to what this girl had in mind with talking to a strange boy. She would follow along with the plan, maybe give a few pointers here and there. She wondered how he would take the affection. If anything, she would be support for her lady in waiting.
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Post by sportsnutd on Jun 23, 2021 21:11:02 GMT -6
Ember thought about how to go about talking to this boy that she had some thoughts for and she told Ms. Selene, "I was going to go see about buying something as I was thinking of making you something by hand anyway. I then would try to strike up conversation with him. May I mention your name to him or do you wish for me not to? He might like me more I guess."
Inside, Ember was nervous but knew she was pretty, not as much as Ms. Selene but still. She would do her best to impress him.
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Post by Alagosa on Jul 20, 2021 22:33:15 GMT -6
"I think buying something is a good start. With it being a men's store, look for something for your father or uncle. Ask questions about which would be the best for one of them. I would leave my name out of it. He is your catch after all."
Selene gave her two cents as they grew closer to the town. She peeked out the window as her attention turned to her lady in waiting. There was much that the girl still needed to learn.
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Post by sportsnutd on Jul 21, 2021 22:29:39 GMT -6
Ember listened to her every word and jotted it all in her head. Ms. Selene had a real strong point about not mentioning her name. Ember would know what happened last time she disobeyed and also this situation was about her and the man she laid eyes on and didn't need to bring her charge's name into it.
"Thank you very much Ms. Selene for all the advice you're imparting to me. I will do my best and hope for the same." Ember said doing her best to not show any signs of being nervous.
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Post by Alagosa on Jul 26, 2021 21:37:24 GMT -6
"Next, deep breaths and a bit of confidence will go along way." Selene smiled as the girl had been in her service for some time. She straightened her back as she glanced out the window. They had entered into the city. The carriage pulled to a stop.
She dusted off her skirts as she stood up. The door open as she was helped down again. She glanced around as they were close to the shop and cafe. She walked slowly down the street as she glanced around. They grew close to the shop, she looked over at Ember.
"Do you see him in the shop? Are you ready to go say hello?"
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Post by sportsnutd on Jul 28, 2021 11:08:48 GMT -6
Ember took those deep breaths and did her best to relax as Ms. Selene directed. She waited the followed her out of the carriage and down the street.
"I do see him there and not many others at the moment. I feel as ready as I will ever be."
Ember then walked over and into the shop looking around at the wares they had out for the day waiting for the right moment.
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