Faithful in Reaverrest Kingdom

Chapter 2 - Does Father keep a secret? (Pt. 1)

   Evelynn's father, with an air of euphoria, his spirits soaring on the wings of anticipation. As a humble citizen, he felt a tinge of self-consciousness about his modest background, which he feared might be a hindrance in his pursuit of the woman he had fallen for. His concerns were compounded by the fact that he was not financially affluent, a circumstance that often relegated him to the periphery of high-society gatherings.

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   Meanwhile, Evelynn's thoughts were consumed by a plethora of negative speculations. What could be the significance of the carriage? Why was her father, a commoner, using such a luxurious mode of transportation to meet the woman he had fallen in love with? Carriages were typically reserved for the upper echelons of society or, indeed, the royal family. Given the Reaverrest Kingdom's relatively modest economic stature, it was unlikely that anyone other than the royal family or the rich families would have access to such a luxurious conveyance.

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   Evelynn's cerebral faculties were beset by the disquieting notion that her father might be about to engage in a meeting with none other than Her Majesty, the Queen. As she pondered this prospect, a sense of trepidation began to unfold as if the very fabric of her reality was being reshaped. The implications of such an encounter were far-reaching and uncertain, and Evelynn's mind struggled to comprehend the potential significance of this event. Whatever the portent or omen might be, Evelynn steeled herself for the challenges that lay ahead, her resolve strengthened by the unyielding determination to navigate the uncharted waters that were about to engulf her.

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   As the hours ticked by, Evelynn's mental state began to deteriorate, her anxiety growing as she pondered the nature of her father's meeting with the Queen. Despite her uncertainty, she found herself compelled to venture out into the overcast day, driven by an insatiable curiosity to witness the encounter firsthand. The motivations behind her actions were unclear, but the turmoil within her was palpable. Donning her coat and boots, Evelynn set out with an air of trepidation, her self-assurance wavering.

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   As she walked, a few individuals noticed her, a 12-year-old girl, and she became the focal point of attention. The majority of these onlookers, predominantly men, attempted to entice her with flirtatious and suggestive advances, their behavior leaving Evelynn feeling uneasy and discomfited. The atmosphere grew increasingly unsettling as the men drew closer, their gazes laced with lust and their intentions far from virtuous. Just as they were about to encroach upon her, a sudden flash of light illuminated the scene, enveloping Evelynn in its radiance. The men's faces contorted in shock as she vanished into thin air, leaving behind a trail of bewilderment and confusion.

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   To be continued...