The radiant sun bathed the Castillo castle in a warm glow, causing the gray bricks to shimmer with a soft golden hue. The castle's imposing silhouette cast a large shadow over the sprawling forest behind it. Inside, a flurry of activity unfolded, with maids and servants hurrying in every direction, carrying materials in their hands. The castle buzzed with vibrant life.
This lively scene mirrored the unusual energy surrounding Elishia's birth. Such liveliness was inevitable—it was, after all, Edwin's 13th birthday celebration.
However, there's one part of the grand castle that remains calm and unlively.
The baby's room.
The baby sleeps peaceful among all the hustle, with Elsa by her side. She stares at the baby with affectionate eyes.
"Young miss" Her eyes darkened as she remembered the meeting with the Count a few moments prior
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"Let no one find out about that girl." The count coldly said while looking down at all of his 'loyal' servants. All the servant bowed to their master until he was finished talking.
And among these servants was none other than Nora.
"And I hope you all haven't forgotten" He said in a sodden tone, yet the smile playing on his lips spoke otherwise.
She almost instinctively touched her chest but stopped in time.
The Castillo family may be smaller than others, yet the risk of exposure remains a concern. No girls born into the family for the past 800 years. They've already garnered unwanted attention and can't afford any more. They are determined to prevent a situation similar to Diana's.
To ensure absolute discretion, the Count has compelled all servants to swear an oath of servitude. Disobeying the Count, their master, would subject them to excruciating pain and inevitable death.
"And," he continued, descending from his elevated position through the bowing servants. He paused upon reaching Elsa.
"You... her nanny, correct?" Although her bowed face concealed her expression, he clearly expressed displeasure.
She bit her lip, resisting the urge to speak. Choosing survival over defiance, she gritted her teeth and replied, "Yes, master."
"Make sure you don't let her out of your sight." He spoke lazily but with authority at the same time
"I understand Master."
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Inside she scoffed at him. She can't do that anyway. Besides, what does he expect a 3-month-old baby to do. Grow long legs and head to the party?
She slowly touched her chest, where the slave crest lays. If she didn't get the slave crest, she would have been killed...
"Awwahh." The baby's coos snapped her out of her trance. She tried to shake away these poisonous thought.
It better that way
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A few hours later
It's finally been set. The sun's warm orange glow cast a wonderful glow over the castle, creating a beautiful scene.
The grand doors of the majestic castle, carriages parked in the spacious place. Unlike before, servants stopped running around, the party started.
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