Chapter Nineteen

These days, Kyris visited again and again wanting to explain to me why he left. Why would he appeared suddenly after so many years. He surely has other motives. What would a wealthy nobleman want from me?

I don't plan on accepting such a person as my father. I have done this mistake twice and it didn't end well. If only he didn't abandon us... What's wrong with having a family? He should have stayed and be my father. After all he was already rich and he could at least provide for us.

I am in the garden, enjoying my tea. Today I asked for chamomile tea to calm my nerves. The calming scenery was totally opposite to my chaotic head.

Killion was sleeping deeply from exhaustion and the kids were studying. I was alone lost in thought.

Suddenly, Sienna appeared. She was wearing her usual attire yet I noticed how attractive she was. A sparkling presence.

"My lady. There are a few letters addressed at you..."

"From who?"

"There is a letter from the Grey family, one from the emperor and an anonymous one."

All three letters had something strange about them. A letter from the Grey family... They are too guilty to ask something from me.

The emperor must have something important to tell me by sending a letter here.

The anonymous one was the strangest. Who would send a letter when he doesn't want to be recognised? Suspicious...

At first I opened the letter of the emperor. He was asking about my well being, if I can still fight and if I will attend a sparring competition.

Secondly, I opened the letter from the Grey family. They were asking to meet and talk about something important. Curiosity struck me but the suspense was at its zenith when I took the anonymous letter on my hands.

I unfolded the piece of paper that was inside the envelope and rows of  well written letters in calligraphy appeared.

"Dear duchess Silvia Fury.

I hope my letter finds you well.

I apologize for not letting you know who I am but I think it's for the best.

I write this letter to let you know that I would like to talk to you. I hope you accept.

The time and place can be determined by you. You can write it on a paper and send it to the emperor.

Sincerely."

This letter was putting me in suspicions. Who would want to talk to him without revealing his name?

And what is the connection between him and the emperor?

I took the letters with me and headed to my study. After I closed the doors and made sure that I was alone I called Speth.

"Contractor did you ask for me?"

"Yes"

"What's the problem?"

"There is a certain letter... I want to detect who wrote it"

"There os no name?"

"No"

"Then... There is a certain spell but you have to make the circle alone and place the letter inside."

"I won't do it... Now that I think about it...whoever wants to talk to me and whatever the issue, it's too shady."

I took the letter in my hands. I was about to burn it when I felt that wasn't right. Why wouldn't it be right to burn a letter that is probably a scam?

I unfolded the page again and let my eyes swirl in the flow of the letters. Each letter was written precisely and every curve was well designed to make the letter look as if it was written by a noble. A noble who was well versed in calligraphy.

My gaze fell on the word "emperor". What connection does the sender have to do with the emperor? Noone would dare blackmail the emperor... It might be someone close to him.

I slapped my cheeks to let go of this train of thought. Whoever wrote that letter has other motives.

I folded the paper in four and put it inside the envelope. I glanced at the envelope that only wrote my name.

I felt that if I looked at it once more I would as well reply. I shook my head and shoved the letter into the lowest drawer of my desk.

My mind went back to Kyris. His appearance was unique.

I stood in front of the mirror. The woman in front of me looked nothing like Kira Kim. Instead of long wavy white hair, she has waist length waves of vermilion red hair. Instead of vibrant violet eyes that resembled lavender flowers, she has green eyes that had slight amber accents.

As a matter of fact, Kira Kim was beautiful. I was very beautiful. Maybe I should have cherished myself more.

Silvia Fury is also beautiful. A beauty that deserves love...But she looks like Kyris. A man who doesn't care about her. The father who abandoned her and her mother.

The one who was actually bold enough to return and think that everything will go according to his plans...

I went to the terrace. It's already night. I noticed the crescent moon that was high in the sky. The sky has a dark blue colour. There are not many stars tonight. It's windy. The strong wind carried the smell of roses.

This smell reminded me of the years I spent in the Grey manor. A chill ran down my spine as I remembered the abusive trio.

An ignorant father that cared only about his reputation and two hell spawns. Asher could be categorised as what we called in my last life as Karen.

A so called father that doesn't even educate his children with proper manners.

I shivered to the thought of connecting the words Asher and father.

I raised my gaze and saw the moon yet again. A dazzling ethereal presence that had seduced me.

The seduction of the moon was not like the passion and unending love I feel for Killion. It's not like the love I have for my children either.

I walked back to my bedroom. When I opened the door I saw something that could be a scene out of a painting.

The moonlight was filling the room. The blue rays kept filling every corner of the room. This light was gentle unlike the violent burning of the sunlight.

Killion was already in bed and sleeping. He must have been tired. I went close to him and noticed how much moonlight suited him. Like the moonlight was actually created for him.

Killion slowly opened his eyes that were shining like gems. His thin blistered but big hand slowly patted my head.

"Silvia... You're here"

Killion said as a small smirk appeared on his face.

I stroked his hair and he put his arms around my waist. With a quick pull, I was already lying on his chest.

His warmth was very comforting. I placed my ear on his chest and heard his heartbeat. A quick and loud beat. He was nervous.

I raised my head and saw his flushed face. I decided to tease him a little.

I went close to his ear and placed my teeth on his earlobe. Then with my tongue I slightly licked him.

He seemed frozen. For a minute he flinched in surprise and then he turned red.

I whispered to his ear

"Killion I will take the lead tonight"

Killion pulled his hair back and with a smirk he said

"Oh~ tempting! Go ahead"

I got on top of Killion and leaned forward. I started from his neck. I started giving him lovebites and kisses. Then I went for his mouth where I gave him a passionate kiss.

I took of his clothes and then took off mine. I started giving lovebites to his exposed body and then I saw how strongly his body reacted...

It's already midnight.

I am in Killion's embrace. A few years ago I couldn't imagine that I would have a loving family with Killion.

Killion is warm and comfortable. I gave him a kis in the cheek and touched his lips. His lips were soft and smooth.

His breath was making me sleepy. I closed my eyes and listened to his breath that was as calm as the sea.

Tomorrow I have to meet the emperor. I must ask him about the anonymous letter! He must also have something important to tell me since he requested my presence tomorrow.

Killion will stay home to not worry the children.

The day after tomorrow, a banquet will take place in the palace and many nobles and aristocrats will attend. I plan to go with Killion. The twins are too young to come.

I hope everything goes smoothly for our family of four. I hope the moon will light our way to happiness and let us never stray from that path.

Killion Is sleeping so soundly...

My eyes feel heavy my consciousness is slipping away. Killion is too calming.

I am dreaming something. A dream about her. Kira Kim. The former me.

"My dear Kira I'm sorry..."

Said a very familiar voice. Manager Han. My last love...