His Precious Pearl

Chapter 23

Amelia burried her face in her hands. It was no use crying. Life had taken everything away, selfishly. She glanced around Jame's study. It was beautiful with the walls painted in a rich Durby colour. The room was with mahogany furniture and shelves filled with book. She sighed and burried her face in her hands again.

She heard someone's footsteps walking towards her. She quickly lifted her head up to see James standing near her. "Amelia, Iam sorry if Celia upset you." He panted. His face was burning with anger for Celia."No no, she did not. Please. Her words did not affect me." She looked up at him. He sat down next to her. "Iam sorry about everything Dear," He spoke softly. She embraced him. "Dont not worry." she whispered.

He pulled away and stared at her eyes. "What is happening to you ?" He touched her dark circles gently. "Nothing." She lifted her hand and touched his. He leaned in and kissed her cheek. "Go for a small ride through the country. It will do you some good." He smiled. "I'll order the carriage boy for your ride. Would you like me to accompany you ?"

"No Thank you, Best if i was alone." She smiled. She got up from her chair and left James' study.. She walked outside and saw the cariage ready for her.What amused her was not the carriage but the carriage boy. He was a cheeky young man of probably sixteen or fifteen years of age. His blue eyes had a mischeivious boyish gleam in them and he had a strand of wheat clenched between his teeth.

"Good Afternoon Ma'am !" He politely lifted his blue hat, revealing messy, sandy-bonde hair. "Iam Liam and I'll be yer carriage boy" He spoke with a thick irish accent. He hopped down and opened the door for Amelia. "Thank you Liam" She gave him one of her best smiles.

She got and soon the carriage rode away to the beautiful country side. The sky was clear blue designed with a few oddly shaped clouds. They passed the busy town and soon went into the country side. The grass was greener than ever and the road was clear.

Suddenly there was a huge bump and Amelia was caught off balance. Liam hopped off and examined the wheels. Amelia got down and took a deep breath. "What happened Liam ?" She asked. He looked at her apologetically."Iam very sorry Ma'am but apparently, a nail has gotten removed. I need ta get this thing ta the town and replace it. It may take a while" He replied with his cheeks going red.

"It's Alright Liam. I'll stay here for sometime."

"Are ya sure ? It seems pretty lonely out here. Plus what if something dangerous happens ta ya ?"

"Don't worry, I will be fine. I need some fresh air."

"If ya want, Ya can stay in a small inn in the town. It is close by."

"Yes it is very close. You go ahead. I'll catch on. Most probably I'll be staying in the nearest inn on the outskirts of town."

"Alright, If ya want." He hesitantly pulled the reins of the horse and walked into the town. It was not far at all. Very close. Amelia turned and saw a small lake. Not too far away, was a small house set on a tiny hill. She walked towards it and as she bent down to cup some water in her hands, she was startled by a loud harsh voice.

"HEY ! WHO GOES THERE ?!" The deep male voice yelled. But it was familiar. Very familiar. Amelia turned around and could not believe what she saw. Those brown eyes. That blonde hair. Standing before her Emmett ! "Emmett ?" She whispered. She came closer and smiled widely "Emmett !!!" she ran and embraced him.

"Amelia ! So good to see you again ! I missed you." He exclaimed. "How are you ? I havent seen you for months !!!!!" Amelia held in her tears of joy. "Iam Alright , but how are you and how is ... How is Jack ??" she looked around, her eyes searching for him. "He is inside." Emmett scratched the back of his head nervously.