Treasures
Chapter 2
Tohru stood silently in the corner of
the nusery, her back against the wall, as not to get into the way. The
children study silently, reading their books and writting down
notes.Tohru sighed, leaning her head next to the wall. The wall felt
cold against her warm head, refreshing her."Tohru you may leave." the
governess said sharply, turning her head away from her in disgust.
Tohru curtsied, leaving the room, shutting the door behind herself. She
walked silently down one of the many halls, her shoes clicking with
each step. "Ah, miss Tohru, how are you?"asked Mr.Smith, walking toward
the girl. Tohru forced a smile, though she was tired from standing.
"Hello,
Mr.Smith, what may I do for you?"asked Tohru, looking at the kind old
butler. He smiled warmly at her, taking her hand in his.
"I have a
job for you, that I think you may like."said the old butler, slipping a
list into Tohru's hand. She looked at the list, a smile forming on her
lips. She gave the older man a hug, kissing his cheek."Oh, thank you
Mister Smith, thank you." said Tohru, as she ran down the hall, to the
servants quarters. She quickly grabbed her shawl and hat, placing them
both securely about herself. Mister Smith stood waiting for her,
holding a basket out to her."Be safe, miss Honda,and don't forget the
potatoes." said Mr. Smith, smiling as she took the basket from his
hand."Alright." said Tohru, as she opened the door, squinting at the
stinging light.
Tohru meandered around the market, looking over the produce and other things. She was silently hoping to have enough money to buy a very special necklace that hung from the rack not far from her. She eyed it, looking at its twinkling bronze chain, its beautifully carved cross, with delicate clasps. "Excuse me miss, could you point me in the direction of the Arnold home?"asked a dark haired man, dressed in proper english dress. Tohru blushed as he smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. He was handsome, his eyes were like milk chocolate, his face slightly suntinted, his voice deep and merry, his features noble yet happy, his entire presence brought a smile to Tohru's glum face."It's right up that way, sir, I could show you if you would like.?" Tohru said questioningly, looking up into his dark eyes. The man smiled, patting her head affectionately."Would you be so kind?"asked the man, sweeping his hand out in a graceful motion infront of himself. Tohru nodded shyly, walking slightly ahead of him, walking up the hill.The man stopped her, as he mounted his horse, reaching his hand down to her."Come up, it's fine." said the stranger, smiling at her reassuringly. Tohru looked at her basket, now full with potatoes and other produce. He smiled, taking the basket from her, and handing it to his companion, who held it securely in his lap. The man, reached for Tohru, gently picking her off the ground and placed her carefully in his lap, her legs dangling over his sides, as not to expose her undergarments.
The rode on in silence, with Tohru giving little instructions as they passed."I am sorry if the house is in disorder, but the duchess has not been well." said Tohur as they approached the mansion. "I am Tohru Honda, and you are sir?"asked Tohru, as she dismounted. The man just smiled at her, dismounting along with her. Taking off his hat the man ran his fingers through his jet black hair, closing his eyes to the sun."I am Mr.Shigure Sohma, but introduce me as Shigure, if that is alright." said the man, smiling down at the girl.