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Tick Tick Tick the time strikes on the noises drawn out of the Gracey Manor. With laughter , dancing and music. But a romance story is soon becoming a tragedy.
Edward a lad only mere the age of 23 came from a high known trades family. Handsome and adored all around. He was a gentleman any women wish to have. Other man grew jealous. His love for arts and literature kept him occupied and journeys adventurous. He was also in the family business of being a wealthy landowner. But alas his heart only was for one. She was a beauty from miles around. Man lined up trying to court the young las. But she had a deep secret and a different social class. Lilith Brandicorpe was at yet a young age of 20. Women grew jealous of her youth and beauty. But alas Edward kept her secret close and loved her more then anything. They were perfect lovers They had met many times with in the town and Edward had met her through family trades. But during that time her secret was going to be the death of her. During that time the mid 18th century. At a famous gala always held at the Gracey manor. As the clock strikes closer to midnight.
Lilith had been getting ready to meet with Edward in the library. To celebrate their soon to make a fresh start recently found out She was a month into having his baby. Although nobody else knew but her own was excited to let him know. Lilith as well thought it be odd at first. But Edward was willing to do anything for her. She found her way through the crowd to the library. Jasmine and Mason close friends of Lilith's were there as well. They were just like Lilith. As they were enjoying the party they happened to overhear the conversation. Of Ramsley the butler talking to some of the other servants.
It had alerted Mason and Jasmine in worry for the sake of Lilith. Lilith never told them where she would be with Edward. It caused both of then to try and search for her. As Ramsley disappeared into the crowds. Edward had been getting ready for the gala. When he noticed that there was a scarlet waxed sealed letter that had slid under the door. Lilith had been sitting away from the party , a tad bit nervous. She had hoped the love letter would bring him to come meet her. But what she didn't know was it was switched.
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Ramsley noticed she was in the library waiting. To fully put his plan into action. The masks were the perfect distraction. He walked over there startling her. She quickly got up and caught her breath.
" My dear don't be frightened I am only here to reassure you that the Mr. Gracey will be arriving shortly. He just wanted me to pass along the message." The butler said.
Lilith felt uneasy but she didn't know it was the butler. She thought it was just another one of the guest.
She replied ," Yes thank you. I appreciate you telling me that. Such a kind soul. "
Lilith had looked around hoping he would come in soon.
" M lady would you like a drink while you wait. " He said calmly trying not to cause a rouse.
" Might as well , please." She said looking over at him.
Ramsley turned and poured the wine into the cups. She wasn't paying attention. Ramsley slipped the posion that he hide into her cup of wine. He then turned to hand it to her.
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Edward slowly examined the letter before he opened it. It was the wrong letter. But Edward had no idea what was about to happen. Both hearts beating fast. Edward began reading the letter.
Dearest Edward,
Despite our differences and the monstrous thoughts flowing through my life. I been told and fear your life would be ruined. Therefore I can't proceed with our plans to start fresh. I rather not grasp the thought what it could do to your reputation. Alas I myself have learned. My safety is to be close to an end. I fear I must take my own life as it strikes midnight. That way I don't risk your safety if my secret is found out. I will take it to my grave. The pain of me existing is unbearable.
Goodbye forever Lilith
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The time was up for Lilith as She drank a sip of the wine that she had been didn't want to drink anymore , thinking it could harm the baby. She began to feel light headed shortly after taking a sip. Her stomach began to gain a blood pain. Death was approaching. Mason and Jasmine continued to search in a frantic pace. Edward rushed to find her as well. Lilith noticed Ramsley as he took a knife out of his coat. Even after he took his mask off to see her suffering. Facing her murder in the eyes. As he stabbed her. As well. Killing both the baby and her.
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Time was up for Lilith collapsed as she landed on the floor between the couch and the desk. Ramsley had left the knife and made an escape through a secret passageway. Edward rushed through the entrance to the library. Hoping to not see what he just was about to see. His heart began to beat faster and faster. He saw a hand over by the couch. He slowly walked over. As he turned the couch. There she was dead as beauty can bring. He collapsed in agony and shock. Holding onto her. His heart shattered. He saw the knife that struck her. Jasmine and Mason came to late. They came in seeing Edward cradling Lilith dead body. An emotional heart loving lover vibes across the air.
Jasmine started crying. Mason comfort her in his arms. They knew something was coming. Jasmine looked at Mason. Then slowly walk over to Edward. He was grieving deeply. Mason felt tears shed behind his mask. Jasmine kneeled down next to him.
" Why did it have to end like this , I loved her willing to give up everything for is my world." He said burying his face into Lilith chest. Hoping to find a heartbeat. Suddenly there was a faint thump of the heart.
" She loved you so much Edward , I am confused myself on why this happened." She said trying not to tell him who really killed his beloved.
" Please save her , call a doctor do something I can't lose her." he said looking at Jasmine.
Jasmine raced over to Mason," I am gonna go grab help. Please take her upstairs in the meantime and get this house empty. I'll be back with a doctor as fast as I can."
Mason knew what that meant as Jasmine raced outside the house and mounted a horse. She rode as fast a she could. Edward managed to calm down. But only slight. Mason escorted Lord Edward out of the room with Lilith held close to him. He refused to let anyone else hold her. The party got quiet as they all watched the heart broken Man carry his dead lover up the stairs and Mason waited till Edward had gone down the hall. Before he turned on the stairs.
" Due to a incident we shall be ending the night with greatest regrets. Please don't take things personally but we need to have this taken care of right away."
Everyone all bowed and respectfully understood. Edward placed Lilith on his bed. He then took his hand and held onto hers. It was cold as ice. The pulse slowly disappearing. Mason noticed Ramsley had came into the room and watched over the two lovers. Mason felt angry towards him.
The doctors finally arrived. But it was the chief of their kind and the cleric elder. But Nobody knew that except Mason and Jasmine. The chief nodded for Edward needing to be escorted out of the room while they did their job. Ramsley escorted Edward out of the room. Peacefully thankfully. Edward walked out small tears still streaming down his face. He walked down and waited for the doctors to save her. He went into the library and sat at the desk. Edward did nothing but stare at the spot where his Lilith was found. Hours passed by and The chief looked at Mason and Jasmine.
" We will have to work quickly and get her to another capsule in the elf spirits coven. Jasmine my dear please take my message and word to Edward. That she has been passed on. Please Then I would like you both to come and meet us there Be sure your not followed as per rules."
Jasmine hesitated as they lifted the white sheet over Lilith. She had some color but not much. Jasmine then bowed. She then headed down the stairs as asked. Mason rushed and hugged her and reassured that everything would be alright.
" We can save her just takes she would want us to be stronger then this." Mason said looking at her.
Jasmine nodded and walked down into the Library where Edward still sat staring at the spot till he noticed she had been in the entrance looking at him. He quickly stood up and walked over to her.
" Jasmine , please tell me you bring great news and they were able to save her." proclaimed Edward.
Jasmine looked over at him and bite her lip. As she began to speak there was a pause. " I am so sorry my dear friend, they were not able to save her in time. I wish… I … "
Edward looked at her then noticed they were carrying Lilith under the white sheet. Her hand held onto the necklace he gave her. It was wrapped around her wrist and dangled. That was the only thing he could see. Edward grew so much grief. He yelled " Lilith no no no please god no!" he tried going after then but Mason and Adel held him back. Edward heart was completely broken and shattered. His head thinking why could she come with him. All these questions remained. They attended to bury Lilith among the hill of sunflowers. Where Edward first kiss Lilith. He was the last to leave. Placing lilacs on her grave. Only a few days later. What they didn't know was Lilith soul and entire being was placed with in another capsule. Almost as if resurrection. She just hadn't awaken. But due to the grief and heartbreak. Edward took his own life shortly after.