Bride and Prejudice: Mum McBain

by tarskeewee08

Evangeline opened the glass door to the solarium. Walking into the green room the outside building was the size of a 3 bedroom ranch style house. The glass windows, doors and ceiling surrounding the entire building emanated a light that allowed the most exotic of plants to bloom and stretch several feet in the air. It was breath taking and she stepped deeper inside humbled by the harmony and serenity that the natural paradise exuded.

Seeing some of the most colorful flowers blooming on vines and large branches she went over and inhaled the sweet nectar that floated from them in intoxicating waves.

Today was tough one and as family and friends piled into the castle she stood by and watched John be led away by his admirers. Fading into the background she decided to go exploring. Most that she met were polite enough but the majority just stared and turned their blue noses up at her.

She thought of hanging with Marcie but she was tending to her baby and showcasing the precious jewel. Clasping her hands together behind her back she strolled around the nursery stopping and taking in one plant from another. Trying to see if she could name any of the plants from her botanical courses she took at Princeton.

The press was worst than paparazzi at the old cathedral hosting the christening. The moment she appeared on his arm they abandoned the pictures of the new McBain's and shoved their cameras and microphones into her and John's face. He was of course the most sought after bachelor throughout Ireland and the UK.

He smiled at her and held her close and she tried to be gracious but she didn't miss the hateful stare his mother shot her at the media attention. Reporters asked her in different languages who she was. John led her into the church as security pushed them back and she blinked from the new found celebrity.

Once the ceremony was over and the family was asked to speak John pulled her to the front and made the announcement that she was his fiancé. The gasps and clapping erupted in the room and he scooped her into his arms kissing her in front of the entire world.

Evangeline hands shook with nervousness as the ran through his hair in the kiss and when he let her go he looked into her face while flashbulbs blinded them all around and the media shouted out questions. "You're doing just fine sunshine." He whispered rubbing the tension from her back.

She smiled faintly and nodded but she made a mental note to speak with him when they were alone about the fast pace he proceeded. She felt the need to catch up.

Looking down at her sparkling yellow diamond she smiled. He was definitely her prince. Now she had to get used to being his princess.

"I happen to love this room too dear" Eve said walking in behind Evangeline.

Turning around Evangeline found herself surprised that she wasn't alone. "Ms. McBain, hi."

Eve narrowed her eyes on her future daughter in law smiling slightly "Everyone was wondering where you escaped too"

Evangeline blushed "I just wanted to see the green room I saw it from the drawing room window and decided I'd take a peak"

Eve nodded. "So let's see it"
Evangeline frowned "Excuse me?"
"The ring dear, let's see what my son has given you."

Evangeline walked to her and extended her hand for review. Eve looked at the ring taking her hand and holding it to the light. "A bit gaudy don't you think?"

The insult was a slap across her face and she worked quickly to recover "Actually I think it's quite beautiful" she said snatching her hand back and smiling at his mother sweetly.

Eve saw her insult delivered the desired effect and smirked "I'm curious, how did you meet my son?"

Evangeline stared into Eve's cool eyes and felt her stomach tighten. The woman had been shooting her murderous looks since she arrived. "I met him at school years ago and we lost contact. Recently we met again and resumed our friendship discovering our love for each other."

Eve folded her arms and looked Evangeline up and down. "I think you are a sweet girl Evangeline, I really do. And I think that you really love my Johnny, but there are some things that warrant discussion between you and I."

Evangeline smiled "Okay"

Eve looked her up and down and moved over to one of the plants that bloomed a large white rose. Stroking the flower gently she turned her cold stare back to Evangeline. "My son is a man with extreme responsibility. He is to carry on my family's legacy. His children will be heirs to his title. It is of extreme importance that he is shall we say selective of the bride he chooses."

Evangeline heard the venom under her proper diction and glared back at the haughty witch who was looking down on her. "Are you saying that I'm not acceptable as a bride choice?"

Eve smiled "Very good you catch on quick"

"That's enough mother!" John said walking into the nursery.

Eve and Evangeline looked up at John approaching and saw the anger on his face "Back off mother now, or I will take her and leave here immediately."

"Son…" Eve said embarrassed walking to him

John side stepped her and went to Evangeline. He smiled at her and kissed her forehead. "Evangeline is doing me the favor by accepting my proposal. You will respect her and our engagement are we clear!"

Eve looked at Evangeline. "Do you honestly think that I have protected and nurtured your legacy for you to waist on this inferior union?" Eve hissed

John glared at her. "She will be my wife. And we will wed publicly as expected. I've accepted my title your wishes have no merit. If you don't like it mum then find somewhere else to sulk!"

Evangeline rubbed his back "John maybe we need to talk about this some more.." Evangeline whispered to him now clearly aware of what marrying her could do to him and his family.

John looked at her "Don't do that. Don't even waiver in what we have in the face of my mothers prejudice. You are my sunshine and if she doesn't like it then pity her but don't doubt what he have."

Evangeline looked into his sea blue eyes and smiled. As long as he was by her side she could withstand what's to come. Eve watched them and worked to control her anger. She stepped closer.

"Fine, son….if this is what you want I can't stop you. But understand that breeding and culture are who we are. Don't fool this woman into thinking that she will be accepted into our lifestyle. My prejudice is mild compared to what you two face." With that said she turned on her heel and stormed out.

John shook his head sadly watching after his mother. Evangeline dropped his hand and walked around the green house hugging herself. He watched her aware of how she must feel now. Today at the Christening she was greeted with open stares and some sneers.

Not only was she American but she was a Black American. The snots of Ireland though polite in their greetings shunned her openly making his blood boil. He saw her stepping further into the shadows and disappearing altogether. He wouldn't allow it. He'd denounce his title first.

"I don't want to drive a wedge between you and your mother. I don't want my love for you to bring about any pain or disgrace." she said her voice cracking.

Standing with her back to him he heard the pain in her voice and wanted to scream. Walking up behind her he inhaled her scent and was reminded of how wonderful she was. To have her as his wife was a privilege he denied himself years ago. Nothing or no one would prevent them for having the life they deserved. "Baby…I'm so sorry for what was said to you. But understand that the only pain I would suffer is the one of loosing you again."

"Its not your fault John, but you do have an obligation to your family neither of us can deny that" she said weakly looking at the floral arrangement in front of her.

"I plan to honor it, but I don't plan to let it control me. I've learned to much about myself to choose that route. Times are changing. Not as fast as we would like in regards to ignorance and prejudices but fast enough for me to be clear on what's important. The color of your skin or your breeding is not."

John slid his hand around her waist. Pulling her to him he slipped his hand under her sweater sliding it up her flat tummy to her breast massaging it. She laid her head back on his chest and moaned softly. Leaning over her shoulder he kissed the inside of her neck as she tilted her head for him to have more access. "I love you sunshine" he whispered huskily squeezing her breast now. "I couldn't live without you"

Closing her eyes under his exploration the pain of his mother's blatant rejection subsided and she enjoyed being in his arms again. "Come upstairs to our room and let me make love to you….I need to be inside you now."

She turned around in his arms and kissed him. John accepted her tongue and allowed his hands to grab her butt pushing her into him. Evangeline wrapped her arms around his neck and was reminded why he was so important to her. Feeling the need to have him now she pulled him to the side of the glass green house near the corner left of the room where they wouldn't be easily spotted if someone entered unexpectedly.

He looked at her surprised by her aggressiveness as she pushed him against the wall and started to kiss the inside of his neck using her free hand to unbuckle his belt. John couldn't believe she was prepared to give herself to him here inside of the solarium, but he couldn't hide his excitement at it.

Pulling her sweater over her head he let his pants drop and kicked them off. She immediately massaged his manhood sliding her delicate hand into the slit of his boxers to stroke him directly. She pressed her chest into his as she hungrily devoured the inside of his neck.

Unzipping her long skirt it fell off her hips to her feet and she stood before him in her bra and panties wearing cream knee boots. The heated temperature of the solarium allowed for them to undress comfortably but the heated passion erupting between them began to steam up the glass windows. She stopped her kisses and stepped back from him. Undoing her bra she let it fall off her shoulders. John unbuttoned his shirt and let it slip off his arms watching her role down her panties she kicked them off her boot heel and stared at him seductively.

Snatching her to him he put her up against the glass wall and she parted her legs for him to come in closer to her. He lifted her thighs and she wrapped her legs around him protectively sealing their embrace.

Entering her slowly he saw her eyes roll into her head as he pushed his way in deeper. Kissing her chest and lowering his face to scoop her breast in his mouth he thrust in and out of her while she moaned loudly. She thought of him and their now forbidden love and clung to him desperately for reassurance.

She felt him driving himself forcefully into her holding her while holding her hips tightly and understood his sense of urgency. They've been through so much and suffered in the past from denying their feelings they desperately wanted peace and solitude in their love.

His invasion was the connection she needed after the painful way his family and friends received her. Hearing him grunting his love for her in her ear she bit down on her lip and gave herself completely over to him. Their sexual tangle didn't last as long as either would have liked but the excitement of doing it in his parents greenhouse on the bare glass wall at the risk of being spotted any moment gave them both a feeling of satisfaction. Climaxing together she held onto her lover and let tears of joy and fear fall down her face.

John looked into her face and saw her tears. Pulling out of her he let her slide back down the wall. "Baby, please don't cry"

She wrapped her arm around his waist and buried her face in his chest. She tried not to let it get to her, but it was so intimidating. She didn't want to loose him and his mother's recent attack scraped at old insecurities. John held her and felt his temper boil. He was so angry at his mother for her insulting his sunshine he was ready to leave this god forsaken place now.

Letting her go he retrieved all her clothes and dressed her while she cried. Once he had her fully clothed he got dressed quickly. By the time he buckled his pants her tears had stop but the pain they delivered to his heart still ached.

"Evangeline we don't have to stay these two weeks. We can leave tonight"
Evangeline shook her head and wiped at her face. If they were to get married then she would need to learn more about his life and what was expected of her. She was off on winter break at Oxford and this time was theirs. She wouldn't be chased away.

"No John, I am not ashamed of our love. I will stand by your side and learn more of what it takes to be a McBain. I will make you proud."

He went to her and cupped her face. "Sweetheart I am already proud of you. When I say that none of this matters I mean it sunshine. We can walk away from it anytime as long as you remain at my side"

She smiled blinking away the last of her tears "No way! I am looking forward to being Princess McBain."

John laughed and pulled her to him. She was strong and they could do this. They could face it all as long as they had each other. "Come on sweetie, the big dinner that's planned is starting soon. I am ready for you to take your seat at the table."

Evangeline nodded and walked out with her arm around his waist. She was prepared to face it all.