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A.) Gain the family's trust further - Become a Braginski.

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There had been weeks where you'd sit down in the estate and watch the staff move about, learning their schedules and giving yourself an estimation of how long you'd have to snoop before it was time for them to return to their usual spots. You knew what time they woke up, what time they went back to bed, and how many of them would be around on which days.

But no matter how much you knew, and how far your curiosity went, it wasn't enough.

You couldn't jump into things so soon, not when there were so many risks surrounding the concept of it. You were still unfamiliar with the floorplans of the estate- didn't know where some rooms were or how to gain entrance to them- you were sure that alone would increase your chances of being caught. Not to mention you weren't the best at sneaking.

That's why you couldn't go through with it. Sure, you had worked hard for this moment and, with the family out of the picture it would be as good as a chance as any, but that didn't make much of a difference. There was still so much that you didn't know yet, and so much you didn't want to risk. For one, the little bit of freedom you had gained so far.

It would be in your best interest to sit things out, for now at least. The others would be back soon and the last thing you wanted was for them to drop in and catch you sifting through their personal life. That wouldn't end well for you.

You needed to be on your best behavior- keep your nose out of everyone's business and stick with what was written in the rules. It was shown pretty quickly that while breaking the rules aided in the onslaught of punishment, obedience was something that was rewarded. You were sure Ivan would appreciate you being a good wife for him.

You didn't do anything that night. Instead, you went back up to your room with promises of a much brighter tomorrow.

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For the next few days, Eduard would meet with you to hold piano lessons in the library.

It was always a rather peaceful affair, a private moment between you and the stern blonde that was quiet but expressive in its own way. Each time you met up you were more comfortable than the last, Eduard had proven himself to be a rather pleasant companion where conversations were concerned, and you'd always leave with a warm buzz after the two of you separated for the night. It was a complete 360 turn from the man you had been introduced to months ago.

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