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As Malakai now Eden was in the midst of reaffirming his conviction, he was Interrupted by a knock on the door.
" Who is it ". He asked curiously.
He didn't bother trying to behave or talk how the original Eden would because Eden and Malakai where eerily similar.
" It is Lucia young Lord....It has been a few hours since dawn and you haven't summoned me to help you get ready." She said in a worried tone.
" I'm alright Lucia.... Just lost track of time. He replied calmly.
....Just set the table... I'll be there in 15mins". He added.
"As you wish young Lord". She added endearingly, bowing towards the door then she walked away.
Hearing the echoes of her footsteps fade away, Eden walked back to his desk settling in his chair as he went through memories of Lucia in the System's archive.
Well it turns out Lucia was the head maid of the palace as well as a mother figure to the Heir's of the Astoria family. Well since their mother's death.
She was in charge of running the daily affairs of this manor.
"Well one problem at a time". Eden said deciding to prepare for breakfast. And to avoid raising suspicion this early on.
He took a quick bath, brushed his teeth with a new tooth brush he found. As he didn't feel comfortable using someone else's toothbrush. Even if that 'someone else' was him.
He got ready in 10mins and stood before a mirror. His hair was tied in a low ponytail which made his eyes, distant and pathetic, stand out more.
He wore a black quarter zip shirt with gray slacks and black suede shoes.
He had a gold necklace around his neck and a matching gold watch. He glanced at the full body mirror because he wanted to see if he looked presentable for a Prince. And indeed he did.
After that, he exited his room and walked towards the direction of the dinning area. Through the long corridor with lights flickering beautifully above his head.
He encountered maids from time to time whom kept their head low paying their respects which he returned with a nod.
Then he reached the end of the corridor where two guards where positioned spears in hand. They bowed deeply then proceeded to open the large double doors then he walked in unhesitatingly.
A refined dining room fit for.... well Royalty...entered his view. Spacious, elegant, and understated. A long dark-oak table sits at the center, surrounded by deep sapphire velvet chairs.
Soft light filters through tall windows draped in sheer ivory curtains. A single crystal chandelier hangs above, casting a warm, gentle glow.
Cream walls with thin gold accents and a muted royal-toned rug add quiet luxury. At the far end, a marble fireplace with a single vase of white lilies completes the room's calm, noble atmosphere.
It was empty except for a maid that was too good looking to be just a maid.
She possessed pale skin, brown hair and warm green eyes. A beautiful smile graced her lips as she met his gaze. Then she bowed.
" Good morning young Lord you look well ". She greeted warmly.
" Yes Lucia...see....you didn't have to worry ". He replied coolly.
" Well you do manage to find new ways to make me worry my Lord ". She said barely suppressing a laugh.
" For that I apologize ". Retorted Eden as he took his seat at the table.
But before he could take a bite from the food he was 'interrupted' by something flashing across his face which made him freeze.
| Connection Initiated |
| Connection Confirmed |
[ Well.... Would you look at that.... A young Prince and his unnaturally attractive maid engaged in playful banter... How scandalous. Says the God of Rebirth mockingly. ]
" Elyon?". He asked out loud...not expecting to 'hear" from him this soon.
[ Hello there.... Eden. ]
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