Okay, so here I go again with another story-attempt, but this time I'm really determined to finish this story because I've had this story idea for such a long time. I couldn't update as often as most people would want, but I'll try to update weekly. I promise, no longer than two weeks wait for a new chapter. Again, I'll see how many people actually like it, and if it seems like no one does, I'll just stop writing. So please encourage other people to read this please!! Also, I'm rating this T for now, but I plan on adding some smut later on. I'll give a warning at the beginning of every mature chapter just for the people who don't like smut. And now the summary/prologue! (P.S. It is, of course, good old Naley with traces of Leyton. Sorry Brucas fans!)
Summary: They were from two different worlds; he from a wealthy, powerful family; she a mere orphan who worked for his family as a servant. But sometimes, you'll find "the one" when you least expect it. Set in the early 1900s on a large North Carolina plantation owned by the Scott family.
The mansion was enormous. Of course, it's called a mansion, right? Everyone should expect a mansion to be a ridiculously huge size. But that didn't prepare Haley James for what she was about to encounter, although she had a good feeling of what was to come. She nervously walked up the flight of marble stairs that led to the front door. Once she reached the door, she contemplated whether or not she should knock.
"What am I thinking? They would never hire an orphan who has never gone to school for a day in her life! I should just leave!" Haley thought to herself.
Too late for her, the door had already swung open revealing a beautiful woman in her late thirties.
"Hello! You must be Haley, right? Come on in!"
Once Haley and the mysterious woman entered the house and into the living room, she finally introduced herself.
"I'm Deborah Scott, but you can just call me Deb. I was the one who posted the posters at the marketplace. I'm assuming you're Haley James, the girl who sent me the letter saying you wanted the job?" Deb asked.
"Yes, I am. Now, I'm going to be honest, I've never gone to school before, so I'm not too well educated. Being raised in an orphanage didn't enable many chances at getting an education. Usually only the boys went to school while the girls would learn how to do housework, so I'm fairly decent at cooking and cleaning and whatnot." Haley hoped Deb would overlook her lack of knowledge. She really needed this job if she didn't want to end up in the streets.
"Oh there is no need for too many brains for this job. I just need a servant to do housework. Do you know how to read and write?" Deb asked.
"Oh yes! That much I do know," Haley replied.
"Ah! Good! Then I can also have you copy some cards and letters I need to send out occasionally." Deb raved. She had a great feeling about Haley. She seemed very decent and ladylike. Deb knew Haley was the perfect person for the job.
"I'm really hoping that you're considering giving me this job. I really do need the money and a place to stay," Haley persuaded Deb.
"Oh don't you worry! I was already planning on giving you the job! When can you start?" Deb asked.
"Oh! Anytime you need me to!" Haley exclaimed, feeling ecstatic that she received the job.
"How about right now? We could get your bags and settle you in today!" Deb replied. Deb then sent a few other servants to retrieve Haley's bags at the inn she was staying at. After Deb had gone into the kitchen to check on dinner being prepared by the chef, Haley was left alone in the living room. She looked around the room and found many family portraits placed along the fireplace mantel. Haley noticed one person in particular in these portraits. He had short, raven-black hair, a sharp jaw, and the most stunning sea-deep blue eyes. It was no doubt that he would get any woman's attention with his handsome features.
Someone cleared their throat behind Haley. She turned around and saw the same man that was in the portraits.
"Um, can I help you?" he asked.
"Actually…" Haley started.
"Haley! There you are! I almost forgot you were in the living room!" Deb came rushing in, "Ah! Nathan! I see you've met our new servant! This is Haley."
Nathan and Haley locked eyes, and suddenly the world stopped. Deb continued ranting on about how the chef accidentally burnt the casserole, but neither of them was listening. They were too focused on each other to notice.
"Oh my god, she is beautiful," Nathan thought.
"Oh my god, he is beautiful," Haley thought.
This was clearly going to be an interesting job.
Now please understand that this is just a prologue. The future chapters will be longer, so don't panic. Also, I have a new poll opened in my profile. Please vote on it! I would really like your opinions on it! Especially since it is dealing with this story. So, please leave a review and tell me what you think of this idea for a new story! Thanks!