Sorry for the long wait but here is chapter Eight! Cookies to those who review.
disclaimer: I only own Elizabeth. Mary Ann belongs to Super Dani
Chapter Eight:
Today was especially dark and gloomy; the clouds were black and ominous looking. Today was the Funeral for Ms. Lucille Orrington. She had been found butchered and rumors had started circulating around London. Some said it was The Ripper, some said it was merely a copy cat. No one truly knew and the police defiantly didn't know anything. Mary Ann and Elizabeth were dressed in black from head to toe much like everyone else at the funeral. They had hats with veils that were settled over their faces perfectly, as well as gloves and thick winter coats.
Many people were packed into the church for the service. Despite the fact Lucille had a reputation she was indeed loved by many. Elizabeth and Mary Ann sat together with their arms linked. Neither of them cried due to the fact that they didn't really know Lucille, but that didn't mean they didn't mourn her.
Elizabeth's eyes aimlessly wandered around the church. The Service was now into its 2nd hour and she was growing restless. Her eyes fell onto a face she had hoped to never see again. She quickly averted her eyes and squeezed Mary Ann's hand. "He's here," she whispered softly.
The service had now ended and everyone in the church was now on their way to the cemetery. The mourning procession was long and filled with sobbing people. "Beth once this is over let's go to my shop. I'll have Mrs. Medlock pack us a lunch and everything and we'll just spend the day there. You and me."
Beth smiled "That would be lovely Mary." The two smiled and linked arms once again as they continued walking. Behind the two stood the Doctor, his eyes a blaze with jealousy as he watched the two.
Once the entered the cemetery everyone gathered around the empty grave. The Minister said a few prayers as everyone watched the casket go into the ground. "God Rest Lucille Orrington. Amen."
"Amen," Everyone said in unison. Many placed flowers on top of the grave as they left, Some offered a soft goodbye or I will miss you. Elizabeth and Mary Ann caught a coach back to their home. Elizabeth happened to look out the window as they pulled away; the Doctor was standing their eyeing her as they left.
"Beth are you alright you're shivering."
Elizabeth looked at her friend "I'm fine I promise." The Coach arrived at the house and the two gladly got out and went inside where it was warm. Once inside they heard chattering of some very familiar voices. Mary Ann bolted into the sitting room where she saw them.
"Felix" She ran into his open arms embracing him tightly. The Volturi group quickly noted the two's black attire.
"What has happened Mi Amore?" Mary Ann sighed but before she could answer Elizabeth spoke.
"Another woman was found butchered in White Chapel; this time it someone we both knew." Elizabeth sighed "no one knows if it's Jack the Ripper or some bloody copy cat." She took a seat by Jane who looked worried.
"Miss Beth there is something else bothering you isn't there?" this time it was Demetri who spoke, she didn't know him that well but Mary Ann did. She told her many times how polite he was. Before she spoke she couldn't help but feel a slight relief that Alec wasn't here, if he was he would probably go out and murder the doctor.
"The Doctor is getting more and more relentless. He's stalking me now. Leaving letters written in red ink. More flowers, jewelry gifts. All of it frightens me." Mary Ann walked over and knelt down beside her friend.
"Don't you worry Beth, we won't let him hurt you." The three nodded in agreement. "Beth, maybe we shouldn't leave the house today after all. The weather is getting rather ghastly." Slowly Elizabeth nodded in agreement.
"Here you are dearies." The two looked up as Mrs. Medlock came in carrying a tray "I figured Hot Chocolate would be better for today instead of tea. Considering the mood of everything that has happened."
They smiled happily "Thank you Mrs. Medlock."
Mary Ann smiled as she took a cup and added a few small marshmallows to the cup before handing it to Elizabeth.
