Chap. 8 Sister
It was a warm spring day. The young women on the white mare looked sad as she finally reached her destination.
The young woman was dressed in a pale blue dress and wore a hooded cape that only showed a small sliver of the gold wig she had to wear to keep anyone recognizing her.
She clutched the small gold cross that was the only thing she knew was left of her old life. There was nothing left for her in that old life. She desperately wanted to find out about the cross and why everyone was dying because of her.
She looked at the port filled with ships of all sizes. She had never seen a place like this in her life. People were hurrying on their way to get to their destinations. She knew this was a place she could hide for at least the moment.
A little ways ahead she saw a very lovely inn with all sorts of flowers in front of it. It reminded her of her home she thought to herself I could stay here for a few nights until I figure out where I want to go.
She walked in to the inn and noticed three gentlemen sitting at a table devouring the food placed before them they never paid any attention to the beauty that glided through the doors.
The Innkeeper and his son watched her as she gracefully approached the desk.
She smiled the best she could muster she made sure not to let her voice quiver the slightest.
"Monsieur, I would like a room for a couple of nights."
He looked at the beauty that stood before him and looked at the sadness that completely engulfed her emerald green eyes.
"Of Course mademoiselle! "
He knew this woman knew pain and he was willing to help her if she would allow him to. He knew when he would ask her name she would not tell him her name but give him a name to hide who she was. But if he could get her to trust him in any way then maybe he could save her from making a mistake.
The young woman looked at him with sadness in her eyes. "My name is Isabelle Marie."
The Innkeeper took her hand. "It is truly a pleasure to meet you mademoiselle Isabelle" and he placed a kiss delicately upon her hand. "My name is Jasper and if there is anything you need just ask.
She looked at him deep within her own thoughts. "Do you know where the chapel is located Monsieur Jasper."
He looked at her slightly amused. "My son, Curtis would be happy to show you where it is located. At that moment the man's son gave low bow out of respect."
She thanked them and asked where her room was at so she could get some much needed rest.
Mean while back at the garrison
"What do you mean there is nothing I can do!" Shouted D'Artagnan, "I love her! I should be able to do something! Why didn't anyone stop her?" His friends tried to calm their friend down but their words went upon deaf ears.
The other Musketeers that had lived in the garrison had just found out about the girl. Their hearts went out to the three men that sat in the common room. They were very shocked to learn one of their own was a woman. But they all agreed she was a musketeer if not by title the by actions. And nothing was going to change their minds about that.
They knew that she was in was in danger. If one of them is in danger then it affects all of them.
They were under orders not to allow the three men in the common to leave the garrison while the Captain was at the castle speaking to the Queen.
Some of the recruits went to search the churches to see if they could find her. One of the Privates named Andrew went to speak to brother Antonine to see if he could be of some assistance.
They all wanted to help their sister in arms. The Girl who unknown to her had captured their hearts.
In the Castle
"What do you mean Captain? She was under your nose the entire time and no one knew and my nephew was there as well."
The queen was quite shocked from this news.
The Captain looked at the Queen with a deep sadness in his heart. "D'Artagnan figured out who she was and was trying to help her. Ramon and your nephew figured it out later. They wanted to get all the information before presenting to me."
He knew the last part was not entirely true. But he wanted to protect his boys. He trusted their judgment.
The Queen thought about this information and then said "we will have to find her before it is too late."
Duval then made a request "I would like to go along to search for her personally".
The Queen understood the importance of this for Duval. "Very well But I want her brought back safely understood captain."
He looked at the Queen and was grateful for allowing him to take this adventure. "Yes Your Majesty."
She looked at the Captain with hopeful eyes. "Now tell me has D'Artagnan fallen in love with the girl."
He was quite puzzled by this question but answered right away "He as fallen deeply in love with her."
The Queen had a smile on her face. "Good now go I am sure at least three of your musketeers are waiting impatiently for your return."
Duval gave a low bow and proceeded to the garrison.