Hello! Here I am with chapter two. I hope you enjoy this chapter as well. I thank you for the positive reviews!
The dress James ended up getting for me was a dark blue velvet with cream colored lace trimmings. I must say, harboring heavy velvet fabric is such a pain when dancing. That entire day my father wouldn't leave me alone about this dinner, he wanted it to be perfect. I tried to tell him it was only an apologetic action, but of course he didn't listen...
Trancy Manor: December 15 1888, front entrance
Evalaine stepped out of the carriage and into the cold December air. She began up the walkway that lead to the door of the Trancy Estate. She knocked on the door 4 quick times with the back of her gloved hand and waited.
"Hello My Lady. Welcome. The young master is in his study. I'll tell him that his guest has arrived." The butler from before had said, almost emotionless. Evalaine stepped inside of the house and stood in the entrance hall. Alois appeared from around the corner with Claude following close behind.
"Ah Welcome Evalaine! I'm glad you came." He took her hand in his and placed a kiss upon it, a common courtesy. "Would you like for us to eat straight away? Claude's cooking is the absolute best! Or would you like me to show you around first?" Alois asked, with a smile seeming somewhat forced. Evalaine sensed this and fidgeted uncomfortably.
"Oh... Well um we can eat right away. I'm sure you have other matters to attend to, so I won't keep you long." She said in a cheery tone.
"Ah, but you're no trouble at all. It's the least I can do, but if you wish to eat first, we will. Follow me into the dining room please." As Alois started off Evalaine followed. When they entered the dining room Alois pulled a chair out for Evalaine. She sat down, and he took the seat across from her.
"Sorry about dressing up so extravagantly... My father made such a big deal about this dinner, If I could have worn a more simplistic dinner gown I would have." She said.
"Ah it's alright. I just wore what I usually wear. I'm not sure what he would be making such a big deal out of, though."
"Well you see, he was the one who was making me go to the Phantomhives ball. When I told him what happened, he started going off about marriage and how you're 'The only one left'"
"That is quite strange. I wonder what he meant by that." He smirked as a maid walked in and poured them drinks without a word. She was shaking and seemed as if something had frightened her.
"Hannah!" The maid jumped, looking startled at the call of her name.
"Y-Yes?" She said, almost knocking a glass over.
"When will the food be ready?"
"Uh...Um, Claude said it will be done momentarily. Would you like anything else?"
"No. Go away now." The maid nodded her head and left the room. Evalaine and Alois sat in silence until Claude entered with a cart of food. He placed the plates in front of them and began to explain.
"Tonight I have prepared Savory Soup, Roast Turkey with Dressing served with Rice, Two Vegetable Side Dishes of corn and peas, Fresh Dinner Rolls with Sweet Cream Butter, Jams and Sweet Pickles, Fancy Cake and Preserved Fruit, and lastly for dessert we have shaved citrus ice. Is there anything else I can do for you two?" Claude said, seeming all too proud of himself.
"Nothing, I am fine." Alois said, with an unimpressed tone.
"Oh My goodness! This all looks amazing! I don't know how we're going to finish it all." Evalaine said with a smile.
"I'm glad you like what you see. Please, enjoy your meal." Claude bowed before ducking out of the room. Alois began to chuckle.
"I guess that's the fun of these meals, hmm? If you don't finish it all there is always some left for later."
Throughout the Meal Evalaine and Alois did not say much to each other, for the food was so good they couldn't bear to take a break until most of it was gone.
"You were right when you said Claude's cooking was the absolute best. I must say it beats what James prepares by far." Evalaine said with a smile on her face.
"Yes, and to think I get to enjoy it every day at every meal. I feel almost selfish not to share it every once in a while." As Alois finished speaking Claude, Hannah, and 3 other almost identical servants began to clean up the dishes and silverware. Alois and Evalaine stood up and headed back for the entrance hall.
"I'm sure since I didn't get to go to that ball the only thing I really missed out on was the dancing. I still wouldn't have had the night any other way." Evalaine said while smoothing out her skirts.
"Hmm... Yes well it was a pleasure having you. If you don't mind, the night is still young." Alois put his hand out and Evalaine grabbed it. They playfully danced around for a few moments, despite there being a no music.
"Ole~" They both began to giggle and broke off into laughter.
"Thank you again. I'm glad I came, and I did get to dance after all." Evalaine said with a smile.
"Yes, I think we should do it again sometime, as a matter of fact I'll write you a letter. I think we should go for a walk one day."
"That sounds lovely. I'm sure father wouldn't object to that." Evalaine waved as she walked out the door. She entered the carriage and watched the doors of The Trancy manor close. She couldn't wait to get home and tell father of the nights success.
Yeah well the night turned out better than I thought it would in the beginning. I actually enjoyed myself with Mr. Alois more than I thought I would.
Jones Estate: December 15 1888, Edgar Jones' study
Evalaine made her way to her fathers study and walked in. He was snoozing rested on his arm in front of paperwork, and quickly gathered himself when he hard her walk in.
"Ah hello. How did things go, hmm?" He asked, trying to hide the evident drool on his shirt sleeve.
"Oh Father, you really mustn't stay up so late. It isn't good for you." She paused for a few moments. "The night went by Wonderfully. Alois said he would write so we could go for a walk together sometime.
"That's wonderful! I knew you could do it. To think I once doubted you. You should head off to bed, you need your rest."
"But, I was trying to explain to you that I didn't do anything! I'm sure it would have been fine witho-"
"I don't want to hear another word about it. You can tell me tomorrow. Now please go."
Evalaine didn't say another word and left the study somewhat frustrated. She let out a heavy sigh and started off towards her bed chambers.
Hey guys~ I hope you enjoyed the second chapter. Tell me what you think, also tell me what you think I should do next or what you would like to see. Every bit of feedback helps! I tried to stay IC as much as possible, but I'm sure I went ooc at one point or another. I get it, I can't be perfect. It would be nice if you didn't hound me on it.
