Winter Rose

Dealing with the Devil

Hi guys, this is my first story ever I would really love if you could make it a point to comment, vote and to be posting on my profile.
I'm throwing a challenge to you loves, I need someone to create a new cover for my book the winner gets acknowledged in my next chapter a big shout-out to darklord240 ....you gave me hope

AN: I'll do my best to update at least three times a week 😍 criticismlaced

           Main Character
Duke of Lancaster   : Percival
Soon to be Duchess : Catherine
Dukes Escort             : Vanessa
Earl of Greenfield.    : Gideon

Other casts will be revealed later in the story.
Stories may be written on the casts point of view or a third person's point of view otherwise you'll be informed but clarity will be ensured. English isn't my first language so you could correct me anytime , no qualms about that besides I will like you to share your views and any twist you think I could add in the story . I'll be grateful 😍.

PS : I took a great deal of time to write this and I would appreciate if it is read.😙

    A Year Ago

"Catherine you need to hear me out please"
You want me to hear you out dad, is that you want?  Okay tell what else do you have to say apart from making a deal with the devil himself, what did you expect. You just went ahead and sold Greenfield. I still can't believe it.
"Cathy you new I had no choice, your mom's health was detoriating and we had no choice. Greenfield is in shambles, what best could we gain out of it, it's best we let it go" the Earl of Greenfield said frustratingly running his fingers through his hair.
Oh you could have, after mom died you decided to spend the little we had gambling now we have nothing left, we can only stay here till the Duke decides to throw us out, what next then?
"If  I had a way of reversing I'll do it but you and I know there is no way out, please forgive me I never meant harm" he pleaded.
I'm sorry Dad, Mom's death has taken a toil on us I forgive you, I wish we could find a way out.
"I'll find a way out, sweetie I'll do my best to save our home" he tried to smile.
"I trust you would, I love you "I said as I enveloped him in a hug.

     Present Time
Two Days Ago

"The Duke would see you now " Rita the Duke's personal maid informed.
Thanks Rita you have been helpful.
"You have always been welcomed here, Earl of Greenfield" she replied.
Earl of Greenfield.
"Lord Percival"
To what reason do I owe this visit, remember to have a seat and a good shot of whiskey , Gideon.
"My Lord , I would like to gain my inheritance back"
You mean Greenfield, that's if I'm not wrong.
"Yes my Lord, I would appreciate it I could pay you back "
You don't surprise me Gideon, I knew you would want it back. Yet I am surprised about the fact that you don't know me too well.
"What do u mean if I may ask, my Lord"
I'm saying I don't give up on my assets easily, therefore I propose a deal.
You could have Greenfield back for I have no use for that piece of garbage you call a home, but I could make use of a person inside.
" What..who could that be "Gideon stuttered.
My my who else could that be except my winter rose.
Your daughter.
"You can't have my daughter, I'll never give her out. You have as many whores at your disposal, you can't make her one too".
Then I guess you can't have Greenfield either. Take a seat will you.
"I'm sorry Lord Percival, I didn't meant to sound harsh but could you please reconsider you decision. You can't do that to my Catherine, she has passed through a lot already you of all people should know"he stated pleadingly.
Oh I do and dare I say that I may be protecting her from a worse faith.
What are you implying my Lord.
"Hmmm" he said smugly, I own Greenfield now and I am your Duke so let us say you played into the wrong hands.
I knew you were ruthless but considering we have been friends for a great amount of time I expected better from you.
"Indeed we have been great friends nevertheless a deal is a deal you do your part I do mine.
You have what I want and so do I.

AN : I believe my first chapter was okay, I'm hoping to be better at some point.....yipeee. Plus I know it was very short.

A very special dedication to krizaal