Not Just A Butler.

DISCLAIMER! This story is a work of fiction. Everything is presented in a fictitious manner. Anything that matches reality is purely coincidental. No part of this book can reproduce,by any means, without permission from the author. Plagiarism is a crime! Author's Note Hey! Thank you for reading my story. I'm truly grateful and I hope you'll bear with me 'til the end. Enjoy reading and don't worry 'cause I'll do my best to help you with that. Help me get through this, guys! Check out my other books ( Reincarnated as a tech geek:All starter with a hole and Vampier.) Thanks! Muah. -Jazzy My Red-haired Butler Chapter 1: It's all over the news. Lord Throndsen Bancroft and Lady Amanda Bancroft, his wife, were assassinated on their way home. Dead on arrival. Lots of police detectives are vying to hold the case. "Are you alright, my lady? " Sebastian asks and I just nod. "When are they gonna send the bodies? " I ask while heading to my room. "Just few more hours, my lady." He answered. So I still need to wait for few more hours? "I'll just wait in my room. " I said and continue walking while he stop from his track and bow. "Yes, my lady. " When I finally entered my room, I've noticed fluids falling on the floor. I look up to the ceiling but it's not from there,that's when I've realized that the fluids are flowing from my eyes.But, I don't feel anything but numbness in my heart. I sat on my bed and stared blankly at the floor with my blurry eyes. My eyes always produce me clear visions, but why am I seeing the blur image of the floor right now? A knock on the door caught my attention. "My Lady, do you perhaps, need my company at this moment? " Sebastian ask behind the door. "Yes,..... I do, Sebastian. I do. " I said in a low voice. I felt like my strength are all drained by something ,I'm not certain what it really is. He enter the room and sat on the bed beside me, then wrap his arms around me. He didn't ask permission and just do so, that kinda make me angry. I punch his chest but not enough to freed myself from his tight grip, even so I still continue. "Why are you hugging me,huh?! Did I permit you to do so?! Why are you doing this?! " I ask him furiosly while still punching him. "Because I believe you need this right now, my lady. " He said that stopped me. That's when I've felt such terrible pain in my chest. It feels like someone's squeezing and pounding it mercilessly. I've just lost my parents and what's worst is that their killed. It pains me to see their lifeless body on the news. How those detectives wants to use their traggic end to get themselves fame. This all pains me so much. "Sebastian.... " His name was the only thing I've uttered and just cried and cried on his shoulders. Third person's P.O.V She just cried on him and called his name countless times. He didn't do anything but just let the girl do as she please. While on the other hand, The maids and other workers except for the guards, whose strict and vigilantly guarding the whole mansion, gathered. They talk about the horrible news that all platforms has. "I'm sure young lady is deeply mourning right now. " The one they called Theodora said in a low voice. In the same age as Annesley. "Yeah, how pitiful she is. She's been joyfully expecting her parents this whole afternoon. " Aunt Linda agreed. "I know, but Sebastian is accompanying her right now, so be at ease. " Aunt Martha said trying to lighten up the atmosphere, but to no avail. "Only if I could take even just some of the pain she's been carrying right now, I'll definitely would. " Aunt Martha added. "Yeah, only if we can. " Aunt Mary said and cares Aunt Martha's back. They all love Annesley. The elders treat her as if their own daughter and sister for those nearly in her age. She's always been gentle and caring. If someone from them gets sick, she personally took care of them and never leaves their side, not until they're certainly fine. She cleans with them, cook with them, and guards with them. She never treated them as just workers or someone below her, instead, she treated them as if they are her real family as well. And that makes them so fond of her. They never witnessed any bratty attitude from her, not even once. Even if she's badly hurt at all aspects, she'll just smile, and that makes them worry about her. She never shows weakness nor evil. She's like an angel to them. Annesley stopped crying that somewhat gave Sebastian great relief. She raised her head and smiled so genuine. "Thanks for being here with me Sebastian, I feel a lot better now. " She joyfully said and wipe the last drop of tear that fell from her right eye. Sebastian loosen his grip on her. He stand then place his right hand on his chest then bow. "It's an honor, my lady. " He said then raised his head meeting her sweet smile. Annesley's P.O.V "I should dress up now. Many visitors will surely come. " I said and got up from bed. The pain still remains, but I don't want Aunt Martha and the others see me like this. I need to be strong and help their shaking legs stand still. I know most of them are afraid to lose their jobs and some got nowhere to go. I know mom and dad had passed away already, but I still have them. I need to take care of them like how mom and dad take good care of all of us. I have to make my parents proud. I entered my walk-in closet and picked the black dress that mom gave me just a week ago. This is gonna be the first time I'll be wearing this, and it's sad that it'll be on their funeral. I walk out with a heavy heart but still manage to smile. Sebastian is just waiting for me outside, I know. I fix myself a little facing the mirror. I comb my shoulder length sleeky straight black hair. I also put on some lip ink to give my lips a little glow and that's all. I open the door and I'm right, he's just waiting patiently. "Let's go." I said and smile. "After you, my lady. " he said and walk just right behind me. I guess Sebastian doesn't need to change his clothes anymore for the funeral. He's always in his black butler suit and white gloves. We started walking down the stairs and hold the handrail for some support. Well, I know Sebastian is ready to assist me if I do need some. My heels made a sound that caught their attention. They all look at me with pity on their eyes. I know their all worried about me and I really do appreciate their concerns, but there's nothing to worry about. I know things happen for a reason, and whatever that reason is, I trust God and his ways. "My Lady. " They all said and bow. "Hey everyone. " I replied with a smile. Even though I've my smile already said that I'm fine, their worried looks still hasn't changed. "Are you all right, my lady? " They all ask in chorus, then shyly look down. I chuckled a bit that caught their attention. "Thank you so much for your concerns, and yes, I'm fine. I will be. " I said and smile at them. Then Aunt Martha approach me and suddenly hugged me. "My apologies for doing this, my lady. But, it's alright to cry sometimes when you're in pain. " She said and cares my hair. I hugged her back. "I already did, Aunt Martha. Thank you for this. " I said pertaining to her hug. She was the first one to release her hold on me and then bow. They're all dressed in black now. I head to the hall where my parents are. Some of the visitors already arrived and they all look at me when I entered the hall. One by one, they expressed their condolences. 'Til senator Journo came. My parents used to support him with his polical activities, not until they discovered his dirty works.He reach my hand and was about to kiss the back of my hand when I retrieve it from his hold. " I'm sorry senator Journo, but I'm not really used to these things, yet. " I said that somewhat shocked him. "But, my lady it's— "Please respect the lady's decision. " Sebastian cut him off. The moment I entered the hall, he never leaves my side. I've also noticed that he's too vigilant. I'm really glad though. "I understand. " He said and leave. My parents coffins were just inches away from each other. I look at them. They were just like sleeping and I just smiled. Mom.... Dad, I hope everything's just fine. The day of their burial came and ended peacefully. Sebastian is just sitting in front of me on our way home from the cemetery. It's always this limousine that mom and dad use when there's a special event, so I decided to use it this time. "My Lady, Atty. Ramon Morales's already at the mansion. " She said. "About the transfer? " I ask and she just nod. She's Stephanie Morales, my parents former secretary. After what had happened, she's now working for me. Everything's on me now. Though I'm confident that I can make it, I still can't help but worry. We've reached the mansion and everyone is just waiting patiently for our arrival. I stayed for quite longer at the cemetery and told them to go home first to rest but, Sebastian and Stephanie insisted to accompany me. I was about to climb the stairs when they speak up. "My Lady, should we pack our belongings now? " Uncle John asks. He's been working for our family as a repairer for more than a decade, I guess. " My Lady, I still have kids to send to school. " Aunt Beffanny said. " My family depends on me, My Lady. " Theodora shyly said. Theodora..... She first came here to steal food. I was the one who first saw her, we are just 5 years old that time, and instead of telling anyone about it, I keep it to myself and give her food everytime she comes. Then one time dad finally caught us, we were so scared that time, but instead of making it a big deal, he offered Theodora a job and home for her homeless family. That way, she's been able to send her brothers to school. I just smiled at them. " Don't worry, your salary still stays the same. I won't ask anyone to leave, not until they pleases to. " I said to them. " Are you sure, My Lady? " Chef Jack ask. "I know everyone's situation and I understand your doubts, but I hope you'll give me the chance to earn the same trust you gave my parents for so long years. " I said with a pleading tone. "We trust you, My Lady. " They all said in chorus and bow. That make my smile even wider. "Thank you, everyone!" I said joyfully. Jazzy- Likes and comments will be highly appreciated. Thanks for reading! Muah!