The Curse Priestess

Chapter 9; In The Moonlight

Scarlett POV.

My relationship with Esmeralda became strong... She never leaves me alone and makes sure that everyone treats me well.

Esmeralda also gave me passes to all places in the castle except the north wing, where Lord Marcos's chamber is located, and the west wing, where Lady Elizabeth's chamber is located.

And now, we are busy arranging the vast castle hall where Esmeralda's engagement will be held.

"Your amazing Esmeralda, the motifs are so elegant... and it suits you well!" I commented as my eyes sparked while looking at the devouring that the servants were putting on—It is an ice statue surrounded by red petals.

Esmeralda proudly looked at me with a wide broad smile on her face. "Hmm, actually, I'm not satisfied with this arrangement... But my soon-to-be-groom wanted something simple," she responded and signed.

My eyes widened... For her, this arrangement is simple. I commented in disbelief.

"Anyway, you haven't introduced your lover to me yet... Hmm, I'm excited to meet him!"

Esmeralda looked away. "—Don't worry, you will meet him soon..." she said as she walked towards the servant.

Because of Esmeralda's preoccupation, I didn't bother again. I just stood on one side to observe until the whole venue is decorated.

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The day of Esmeralda's Engagement...

The engagement time is still far away, but the guest who came from faraway places is already arriving. Their eyes will be full of admiration while observing the ornate hall.

However, in Esmeralda's chamber, it can be seen that there is no hurry in her movements while looking at herself in the mirror.

"You look like a Queen! You're so glamorous... I envy you..." my eyes shone as I stared at Esmeralda, full of admiration.

For a few days, the whole palace was busy preparing for her engagement party, and in the days that passed, everything went well for me, also.

"Scarlett, you are stunning as well... I'm sure many Lords will be captivated by your beauty," Esmeralda responds as she looks at me from head to toe.

"It's all thanks to you," I shyly looked at myself in the mirror. Esmeralda chose the gown I was wearing, and it was a black mermaid cut - off-shoulder dress. It's sparking because of the beads that are all over the clothing. And since it's a mermaid cut, the curve of my body is visible, making me blush.

"Scarlett, my dear ... All I did is give you the dress and tell my artist to help you with the make-up and your hair. The beauty is yours ... Well— it's in our genes, so we need to thank our ancestors for that," Katherine responds as she stands up.

She is wearing a red dress with a slit that reaches the end of her thigh. Add to the details is almost half of Esmeralda's breast is shown. It was perfect because she wanted to show her flawless body.

(Same genes? I doubt that ... Butler Mark told me that I look like my mother, and the only thing I get from my father is my red eyes ...)

I thought but never voiced it out loud. Instead, I gave Esmeralda a vast smile as we walked out of the room.

"I'm excited to meet the man you will marry..." My eyes spark as I look at Esmeralda. Until now, she never told me the name of the man who captured her heart.

Esmeralda was about to respond when we heard the voice of Lady Elizabeth, who was now approaching us.

"Esmeralda, my dear ... you look remarkable as always! I'm sure everyone will be jealous of you," Lady Elizabeth commented as she hugged her daughter tightly.

Then she pulled Esmeralda far from me, so I backed away, then the two started walking ... leaving me behind.

"Back to being alone again ..." I smiled bitterly with a sigh. Until now, the lady and the lord treat me like their servant.

I walked alone into the hall... Now, I think again of Butler Mark, who is still not returning to this day.

"You're a refined young lady now, so would fine even without me ..." This is the word that Butler Mark left me the night I turned eighteen.

I decided to go on the porch before going straight to the hall. I also wanted to meet the man Esmeralda was going to marry, but I had to gather courage first. Since I'm not with Esmeralda, I'm sure I'll be the center of attention ...

"Come on, Scarlett, being the only human in this event is okay ... You're a Demittri ... the daughter of Nicolas Dimittri!" I reminded myself and took a deep breath.

"—And you think being the daughter of the strongest vampire will keep you safe from his kind? You are brainless ..."

I quickly turned in the direction the voice was coming from. "Who are you ?!" I asked, trying to see the face of the man hiding in the wall. There is no light in the area, and the only glow comes from the moon, which is covered by clouds.

"Hmm, don't tell me you forgot the man saved you ..." He responded with a teasing voice.

My refine face is crinkled due to deep thought. Aside from Butler Mark, I can't think of anyone else.

" I'm sorry, mister, but I don't know you. Maybe you have mistaken me for someone else," I responded and turned around to leave.

I don't want to talk to anyone, especially strangers.

The world I'm leaving is dangerous, so I must be careful...

That's what Butler Mark told me.

"A guy with a sweet scent ... perhaps you remember that word ..." The man in hiding stood up straight and made a step.

I almost held my breath as I waited for the light to shine on the man's face. I don't know, but I feel tense hearing his voice—his deep cold voice and scent give me a feeling I can't name.

"It's good to see you again... Scarlett Dimittri."

I immediately covered my hands to avoid losing a breath due to the shock. "It's you ... your, the guy that night ..." I exclaimed as my eyes widened.