Masquerade~ Part 1
It was the biggest night of the entire year – the Duke and Duchess’ Annual Springtime Ball. I had not wished to go because I never did too well at large parties, balls, or anything such as that, but I knew I had to. If I hadn’t accepted the generous invitation – which was shocking I’d even received one – My family and I would have been completely disgraced. So at the ball, I did my best to engage with some of the other rich girls, but that didn’t go so well. I ended up listening more than talking.
As I was listening to the young ladies chat away, I had a strange feeling inside. Something wasn’t right.
I looked behind me and saw a young man watching the men and women dance away to the music.
Wait a second. I knew that face.
My heart was racing and I found it hard for me to breathe. “Calm. Stay calm.” I told myself.
“Please excuse me, ladies.” I said politely with a quick curtsy.
As I hurried toward the exit, someone tapped my shoulder.
“May I have this dance?” That horrid man inquired with a bow.
Knowing how improper it would be for me to refuse, I reluctantly said, “You may.”
We danced in silence for a moment. I didn’t dare speak or even look at him in the eye. I completely and utterly despised him.
“You know why I’m here, Liesel.” He whispered with a threatening tone.
“On the contrary, Frederic, I have no idea why you’re here.” I stated, still not even making eye contact.
“I need you to do something for me.” He began, his eyes squinted and cruel. He continued on to say, “And you will do it, because I’ve got a bit of leverage, which is something you’ll never have on me.”
“And what is that?” I questioned with disgust. “I knew your father. I know what he was and what he did. And I also know how you and your family have tried to hide it all your lives, but the truth has a way of coming out one way or another. Get me what I need, and I’ll keep your little secret.” Frederic offered. I was trying so hard to get the tears in my eyes to disappear. I knew that if I didn’t do what he wanted, he would expose the truth to everyone and our family would be shamed for eternity.
Anger and fear boiled up inside of me and I pushed myself away from him and fled from the palace, leaving Frederic standing alone with a scowl on his face.
That concludes part 1!!! π π
~Jaclynn~
Eek! I can’t wait for the next part!! Maryellen is so adorable in that dress!:)
-Emma-
Thanks! I’m glad you’re excited! π
~Jaclynn~
Omg you got Maryellen!!! Awesome story
Yes, I did!! And thank you so much! π
~Jaclynn~
Very intriguing!
Thank you! π
~Jaclynn~
Yay! Maryellen looks so pretty! Is this a new series? By the way it was fun meeting you today!
Yes, this is a new series π And I loved getting to meet you, too! π
~Jaclynn~
YOU GOT MARYELLEN!!!
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Wonderful photostory! I can’t wait for more. π
LOLOL! Yep I did! π
Thank you! I’m glad you like it so far! π
~Jaclynn~
REALLY good! Can’t wait for part two! π
Thank you! π
~Jaclynn~
You get Maryellen?!? You are so lucky! How do you save enough money for so many dolls? Did you rename Maryellen?
~Bella~ π
I did! π Well, my gramma gave me $40 and I had been selling some of my old things that I didn’t want or use anymore, plus I got an order. And my mom also pitched in a little π And, no, I didn’t rename her π
~Jaclynn~
Liesel looks so pretty in her ball gown. Great story! I can’t wait to read more.
Doesn’t she, though? π Thank you so much! Glad you like it! π
~Jaclynn~
Oh yea! You got Mary Ellen.
I thought maybe you would get your other twin doll…
Yes, I did! π
Twin doll…? Sorry, I’m confused π
~Jaclynn~
I LOVE this, Jaclynn! π Can’t wait for part 2!
~Lydia~ <3
Thank you so much, Lydia! π
~Jaclynn~
I love this!
Thank you! π
~Jaclynn~
(Isabelle): Lovely! This is just plain lovely!
(Emily): I cannot believe you got Maryellen! π
(Aubrey): wow! π π
Awe, thanks, girls! π π
~Jaclynn~
(All): YOUR WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! π
Lol!:)
Oooh, what is this all about? I love new series π
Hehehe… You’ll just have to wait and see π
~Jaclynn~
Loved this Jaclynn!!! And that is SO.AWESOME. that you got Maryellen! She’s beautiful!!:D
Thank you SO much, Lainey!! π
~Jaclynn~