In Every Universe (I'd always choose you)

Prolouge

POV of Tieussa

"Father, please! Don't leave me too.." 

Holding my father's weakened body made me feel weak. Blood is scattered everywhere. Why has it come to this? What have I done wrong? I tried everything I could so people approved of me, so why?

"Tieussa, t-take care of yourself." my father said, almost like a whisper.

My father, who was one of the high-ranking generals in this universe, who is feared by everyone, is now in my arms. So weak he can't even say a proper full sentence.

Its sad to think the people that you helped, trusted, took in as family could do something so horrible.

"Father, please save your energy. Don't talk anymore for a while, please. I already asked someone to call the doctor. Please, stay awake." i pleaded, just like always.

Even though my father is a respected gentleman, I was weak. Not being able to protect myself or stand up for what I believe is so frustrating. Always doing the same things, begging, pleading, asking for forgiveness. I did what I had to do in order to protect our family's reputation, not like I can do something else instead of being the weak one.

"Haha," my father quietly laughed "If you can find a cure for poison that spreads faster than a lion in such less time, then maybe I can stay a little longer. But we both know that impossible, isn't it darling?" my father said.

Darling. 

I cant remember the last time he called me that. He used to call me that all the time when I was younger.

I couldnt stop them. My tears started falling. Not being able to contain what I'm feeling anymore.

I felt my father's hands in my cheek, wiping my tears but to no use, since more tears just kept coming.

"Then, I'll come with you father." I said weakly, still crying. "I'll take the poison too. I don't want to be alone, and I don't want you to be alone, too."

He smiled at me. "Don't worry darling, I won't be alone. I'll be with your mother, remember? We're gonna be able to see each other again. Isn't that good?" he tried reassuring me.

"Take me with you, please. We can all be together again. Living peacefully without the eyes or judgement of others." I begged.

"You can't do that, please don't do that. You're mother will get angry at me. And who would take revenge for our family, huh?"

Thats right. It's not over yet. Dying would only mean letting the ones who did this to my father win. And I will do everything in my power to make sure they dont.

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"Benjamin! Tieussa's learned how to crawl! You have to take a look!" Duchess Throyanie's voice was heard across the hall. Calling for Duke Benjamin, which is having a little gathering in his office.

The sound of the door opening is echoing in the quiet halls. Footsteps from the Duke running towards Lady Tieussa's room.

"What do you mean?! She's barely even 8 months old?!" The Duke's shocked voice greeted the room when he entered it.

Lady Tieussa, who was crawling, crawled towards her father and gave him a sweet smile. The Duke couldn't hide his happiness and how proud he is.

"She's a genius! Throyanie we have a genius child!" the Duke said, as he carried the little lady in the air.

"Hahaha, she takes after your brains, love." The Duchess said to the Duke.

"If she has my brains, then you contributed your beauty, my dear. We have a daughter not like the others. Thank you for bringing her into this world." the Duke said and gave a kiss to the Duchess' cheek.

The whole village envied the family. A loving mother, a caring father, and an exceptional daughter. They have whatever the world could only dream of. Happiness that lasts for a long time.

But happiness doesn't last forever.

After Lady Tieussa's 14th birthday ball, the Duchess was assassinated. While giving a speech to her daughter, she was shot in the back. No justice was given because the assassin stabbed himself after making sure the Duchess had died. Until this day, the person who paid for the Duchess' assassin has not been discovered.

This accident has affected the Lady so much. Seeing your mother dying in front of you by saying how much she loved you and how proud she was of you mustve been so traumatizing. 

Lady Tieussa didn't go out her room for weeks. She always asked for her food to be delivered but other than that, no interaction has been made with her.

The Duke also showed his grieving. Reading all the letters Duchess Throyanie sent to him when he was away.

Love!

What am I supposed to do in your place? Its so big! And I have no one with me. When are you coming home? I miss you.

-Throyanie

,

Love! 

Tieussa's starting to walk! She knows how to stand up and take a few steps, with my help of course. Come home sooner so you can guide her too! Maybe she'll learn faster with her father by her side.

-Throyanie

,

Love!

Our daughter said Papa! She said papa! Im so happy right now, but at the same time kind of sad because you're the one she called first. It doesn't matter though! She'll be able to call me mama soon, too!

-Throyanie

Reading the letters the Duchess sent to him, the Duke can't help but sob because of his longing for her. And how much he regretted to not be in the side of his wife and daughter when he still had the chance.

"Im sorry, dear. I chose work over you and our child. Im sorry. If I had another chance I'd choose you, always." the Duke whispered, hugging the letters from his deceased wife.

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My father's hand, who was wiping my tears a while ago, slowly fell to the ground. He gave me a genuine smile.

"I love you, my daughter Tieussa. I love you always. 89724." he said before peacefully closing his eyes.

I hugged his dead body close, silently crying. 

"I promise to avenge you, Father. I'll make sure that everyone that has something to do with your death will pay." I whispered.

"And please, try to come back tomorrow." 

Author's Note:

Sorry if it's short. I didn't want to give out a lot of spoilers since its just the prologue. If you want an update, dont forget to vote and leave comments, Thank you!