Finally, all was where it should be. The furniture imported in and set up just right. Each of quality taste and flare. It complimented the place just perfectly, the windows large to allow in natural lighting and to allow view of the open lands. Yes, everything was wonderful, much better than the manor and townhouse in the city. One could actually think to call it home, here. It felt such, the children seem to enjoy the spaciousness it offered and delivered. Taking this new land as an adventure of their own, exploring every inch in which they could, staff enjoyed it as well, always seem to be a breath of fresh air.

In the sun parlour the Lady of the house sat going over the guest list, reading each name with lightness. Joy flickering in her eyes, her maid stood close by dutifully. Smiling herself at her mistress's state. For her smile to drop.

"My lady, is everything alright?"

An airy gasp escapes the woman's tender lips. "Oh," her smile drops slowly. "This cannot be correct, Libby, please tell me if the Earl of Phantomhive has their response?"

The maid quickly goes through her memory. "I am afraid not, not that my memory can recall. The invention was sent out as you required."

"Yes, I remember sending it out. I am just surprised the Earl has not yet responded. Oh, goodness me." the mistress places a gentle touch upon her chest. "I hope I have not offended the Lord. It would rather shameful. Perhaps I should send another. Or," she rises from her seat. "I should personally invite the Earl myself."

Aweing at the woman's benevolent. The maid nearly became swept up in. Snapping out of quick. "My lady!" Rushing to the woman's side, catching her before she stumbled fully. Holding her close. "My lady you shou-shouldn't rise so quickly. Oh, please sit down."

She helps her mistress back to her seat, carefully looking her over. "Shall I get you some tea? Oh, should I call -"

A hand came up stopping her ranting. "Libby, please, do not worry yourself over me. I assure I am fine and not winded at all. Please, calm yourself." She places a delicate touch on her hands.

"My...lady.." Dibby's eyes drop, nodding. "Yes, forgive me."

Understanding her worry, there was no ill towards it. "I do believe it not to be wise to go straight to the Earl himself, I should not even send another invitation so soon. It will send the wrong message and should my husband find out. Well..." she fans before her face. Sticking out her tongue a bit. Earning a small giggle from Dibby. "Now, we should get to the matter at hand, the list is nearly finished and decorations should be arriving quite soon. There is the menu, I nearly forgot. With time slipping by, the guest will here before we know it. Hmm..why must time be so fickle. Anyway, back to the preparations." She goes back to the list of guest. "Well, I am pleased to see the Midfords have accepted. Having the Head of the Order of the British Empire will be most pleasurable. Ah," her eyes gaze out the window. "England, what a beautiful country."


Lizzie sat beside Harmony with Paula standing, her father stood close with observing eyes upon the physician. An older man in his 50's with thick, rich salty brown hair tend to his youngest niece. Checking her over, using his stethoscope to listen to her stomach. Lizzie held Harmony's hand and her breath for the news. Paula hoovering over her shoulder, while Harmony sat clinging to her favorite bunny. The metal of the stethoscope was cold, it was always cold on her skin. Gave her goosebumps. Even if the room was warm.

Moving the round piece a little to the side, the physician ponders for a second to move it again, then once more before stopping. Nodding his head lightly puts the instrument back into his bag and takes out a vile, opens it under Harmony's nose. Telling her to sniff it, just a bit. She pulls her head back just a bit, to feel Lizzie's touch urging her. So she leaned forward and took a quick whiff.

"Well?" Alexis breaking the silence. "How is she doing?"

The physician rests a hand on Harmony's forehead, then on her right cheek, then her left. He goes back into his bag and takes out medium size square glass bottle. With dark brown liquid inside and hands it to Alexis. "This will help with the rest of the young lady's stomach pains. It is a mixture of chamomile, peppermint, and licorice for sweetness. Give it to her at least twice a day for the next four days and all should go away."

He turns to Harmony with a kind smile. Patting her hand just the same. "You are looking much better, your fever has broken and color has started to return back. Fresh will do you good as well."

From his words, Paula quickly goes and opens the doors to the balcony to let in the air. It filled the with strong health. "Teaspoon or tablespoon? Dr. Thomes" Alexis asked.

"A tablespoon, after the meals she eats. Still, provide warm water to ease anything that might still ache. Her diet should remain bland for now until the four days are up. Once," he gets up packing up. "the days are done slowly ease back to her normal diet. I would restrain from any sort of rigorous activity. For at least a week at best."

"Paula." Alexis calls her over handing the bottle off. "So my niece is near good health, that is a relief to hear. My wife will be glad to hear and so will mt eldest niece. Despite all they have been doing, I know this has been a worry on their minds. Could you write up what you have said, doctor, an-"

"Can May read to me?" Harmony interrupts asking. Eyes fall on her. "It makes me feel better."

Alexis gets ready to answer for Lizzie to beat him to it. "Why don't I read to you? May is busy with mother right now." Her words caused a frown on Harmony. Which she quickly brings back to a smile. "How about instead we have a wonderful tea party instead? And we can play with all your pretty dolls too. Oh! I know! Why don't we go out back to the garden? Dr. Thomas said you needed fresh air. We can go an enjoy the day today. Remember how much fun we planned to have?" She takes holds her hands. "It will be quite fun."

Thinking about it, Harmony nods agreeing. "Yes, it will be fun. Tea parties are fun! Can I wear a cute dress?"

"Of course!" Lizzie squeezes her tenderly. "I would never dream of my cute cousin not wearing such a thing. Paula, please pick out the cutest dress for my cousin."

The woman nods. "Yes, right away." She sets the bottle down and goes to choose out the proper dress.

"Well, thank you, doctor." Alexis turns to the older man extending a hand. The two shake. "Please, allow me to walk you out." They leave the room shutting the door behind them. To hear both Lizzie and Harmony exclaim with joy over the dress. Causing Alexis to smile.

"My, the lady Elizabeth and lady Harmony seem quite the pair." Dr. Thomas notices. "They nearly seem identical."

Alexis couldn't help but smile softly. "Yes, the two are. My daughter adores my niece. To the latter, they like the same of nearly everything. One could almost say Harmony is her pride and joy."

"It sure seems as such. The lady Harmony is a precious one. She and her sister are to stay here with you and family until..."

"Until my wife feels they have been given the proper teachings of being ladies. She just wants the best for them an-" He and the doctor stop suddenly to the faint clinking sound behind the large dark doors.

"What on earth?" Dr. Thomas stares a bit rubbing his chin. Moving a bit closer. "What is going on behind those doors?"

Alexis sets a hand on his shoulder. "My wife's teaching. The lady May has begun her lessons. She is the current holder of the Baroness title, given to her by..." he pauses in remembrance. "Madam Red."

"Ah, yes the heiress. Your niece is now. Quite a responsibility upon her shoulders. It is rather unfortunate on what happened to her adoptive mother. God rest her soul."

"Yes, it is. But, one cannot dwell on such. May must step up to task with her title. My wife will make sure of such. She believes she has the strength and is worthy." He breathes in deeply through his nostrils. "I believe so as well, it is a perfect match."

They hear the sound strengthen as they continue their walk. "The lady Francis is known for such, I would like to see the newest Madam Dallas-Burnett. I have heard she is quite lovely indeed. Seeing her younger sister, the lady Harmony. I would not be surprised. Well," he collects his hat and coat from the help. "just remember all I have said for the young one. If anything should arise do not hesitate to contact me."

Alexis shakes his hand once more. "Yes, doctor. Thank you."

With a firm shake from both men, Dr. Thomas leaves.