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Angela was up early to go see Sir Edward. She knew she was not announced, she was just going to show up. She would come up with an excuse on the way. She leaned over Diego who was still sleeping and kissed his cheek. He touched her hand and smiled without opening his eyes.

“I must go my love.” She whispered.

“I know, be safe and hurry home.” He answered through a yawn. “I want to have you again.”

“I will be back soon.” Angela put on her red cape and headed out the door to the carriage that was waiting for her. As she got in Maria looked at her and nodded. “Help Diego and Edgar today, we have a ball tomorrow.”

“Yes Lady Angela.” Maria stated.

As Angela approached Sir Edward’s castle, she thought quickly as to how she would be able to get in and talk to the Countess. As the coach approached the front of the castle, Angela stepped out and was announced. Soon she was joined in the Foyer by Sir Edward and Countess Desdemona.

“What brings you here my dear?” Desdemona asked as she kissed Angela on the cheeks. “And unannounced.”

“Well, I needed to talk to you and your uncle.” Angela began looking around as she saw much movement around the halls for preparation for the ball. “Alone would be best.” She noted the many ears around. Sir Edward took the ladies to his study and sat down looking at Angela.

“Well Lady Angela, what was so important that you needed to come unannounced?” He began. He did not like what she was capable of, all her detective work.

“I will be short and blunt.” Angela began looking at both the Countess and Sir Edward. “There is a conspiracy that is taking place behind your backs that will be exposed tomorrow if you do not do something to stop it.”

“Oh, what else is new Lady Angela?” Desdemona boomed. “This is nothing new in my world. You of all people should know this.”

“This is a bit more than the normal situation Countess Desdemona.” Angela stated flatly. Looking at Sir Edward. “Is Countess Desdemona your niece Sir Edward?” He looked back at her.

“Of course she is.” He huffed and stood up. “I think this has gone far enough.”

“Well it will go further if you don’t listen.” Angela answered. Edward sat back down looking at Angela. “Thank you Sir Edward, I will ask you again, is Countess Desdemona your niece?”

“Well not exactly.” He began. “Why do you ask?”

“Because someone knows this and wishes for the town to know this as well.” Angela continued, “This would allow the towns people to drive you and Countess Desdemona out of town.”

“Oh this is rubbish.” Desdemona moved towards Angela.

“Sir Edward,” Angela ignored Desdemona and looked at Edward, “is Desdemona your illegitimate child from a working girl?” Sir Edward sighed and looked down.

“We thought it would be easier if the town’s people thought she was my niece.” He answered heavily.

“Well Herbert and Rochelle do not agree.” Angela finally said after some silence.

“Rochelle, you found Rochelle?” Desdemona changed her demeanor and rushed towards Angela. “She is alive?”

“Very much so and a very confused little girl.” Angela answered. “She misses her mother.” Desdemona began to weep in Angela’s lap.

“Father,” Desdemona started, “I want my daughter to come home to me.” She said between sobs. Looking back up to Angela, tears streaking down her face.

“Where is she?” She asked, searching Angela’s face.

“If you would like, I will take you to her.” Angela answered. She did not tell Desdemona where Rochelle was.

“Yes, now, take me now.” Desdemona stood up and looked at Edward. He knew he could not stop her.

“Go, get the child. Leave Herbert where he lies.” Edward stated as he stood up. Taking Angela’s hand and kissed it. “Thank you for preventing this mess.” He said as he walked out the door.

“I will grab my cloak, take me to Rochelle.” Desdemona begged.

“I will wait in the coach.” Angela smiled at her. Soon Desdemona joined Angela in the coach as they left to go find Rochelle. Looking at Desdemona, “You will owe Elsa after this, she has your daughter.” Desdemona sighed, everyone had a price.

“What does she desire for her silence?” Desdemona stated as she watched the country side.

“An invite to every big event you have, including the ball.” Angela replied as they approached the Counts home. Rochelle was standing out front with Elsa waiting for Desdemona. Desdemona barely waited for the coach to stop before she ran out to hug Rochelle.  Looking up at Elsa she nodded.

“I am looking forward to seeing you tomorrow at the ball Elsa.” She nodded. “Thank you.”

“You are quite welcome Countess Desdemona.” Elsa responded with a slight curtsy and smile, “Your niece was quite delightful and Herbert had to rush home to take care of an emergency.”

Angela smiled to herself as she looked upon the women, everyone had secrets to keep, even her. It was all about keeping them.

Victorian Secrets

Countess Conspiracy

By Lady Aingealicia

Lady Angela and Diego had been invited to the winter ball at the Countesses. It was just the break that Lady Angela needed until she heard the rumor that was going round the town of what was to happen that night. There were those who wished to through the Countess into a world of darkness and despair. Lady Angela knew that she would need a dress to match her cape for this event because in Lady Angela’s world all the world was a big mystery to solve and she was just the lady to solve it and still have fun.

Lady Angela went around the shop keepers to find the supplies she needed for the upcoming ball that was to happen. She needed shoes, a dress possibly a new hair piece. She had Maria with her so that if anything was to be said, she would hear of any news going on in town. Very rarely did anyone talk around Lady Angela unless they needed help solving a mystery. As she walked towards the gardens she saw Vivian, her longtime friend. Walking up to her, she nodded and smiled at the bundle in her arms.

“She is beautiful Vivian.” Angela said as she looked at the child Vivian was holding in her arms. Motioning for Maria, Maria came over and took the baby from Vivian and placed her in the carriage. Vivian and Angela sat on a bench and began to chat.

“Angela.” Vivian began, fluttering her long eyelashes. “The Duke wishes to have another child.”

“Well that is wonderful.” Angela smiled. “What is the problem?”

“He insist it is to be a boy.” She sighed.

“He should just be glad the child will be healthy.” Angela stated and shook her head.

“I said the same thing.” Vivian responded and looked at Maria with the child in the carriage. “If you ever wish to get rid of her, I will gladly take her.”

“I like Maria.” Angela stated, “She is good for the children and for Diego.” She added with a laugh. Vivian knew all too well what that statement meant.

“Also, the Duke does not take an interest in me since the child.” Vivian continued. “He feels I have grown too big.”

“Oh you just had her.” Angela stated as she stood up and took Vivian by the hand. “You will get back to your size. That man is so pompous.” She pulled a yellow poppy from the arrangement as they walked by and gave it to Vivian.

“So rumor has it that a past lover will be at the ball.” Vivian said as she looked at the flower. Angela listened patiently. She was sure there was more to the story. “Someone who wants to ruin her.”

“Well isn’t that half the land?” Angela joked back. She knew the Countess had made some enemies along the way of her position.

“No, this one knows from where she comes.” Vivian added.

“Oh, that makes a big difference.” Angela said quietly. The Countess was not from this area, she had come from a place unknown. Just had shown up to live in a castle and be Sir Edward’s niece. He helped establish the Countesses Desdemona’s station. Especially where so many questioned everyone’s station. “Do you know who the suitor is?”

“No, Angela, I will do my best to find out though.” Vivian answered.

“When is the next time you see Richard?” Angela questioned.

“Tonight.” Vivian blushed.

“Then you must come for tea soon.” Angela stated as they made it to the edge of the gardens to the walk. “Maria, walk home with Duchess Vivian and make sure she gets home safe.”

“Yes my Lady.” Maria bowed and nodded. She walked behind the Duchess and Angela turned to head home. She had a stop to make before she got there. Walking down the side streets she saw the tavern. She knew that Markus would be there. As she walked in, the tavern seemed dead to the normal eye. She knew otherwise. Everyone was in a room. She headed up the stair and found Markus’ room and made sure no one was in there. There was nothing on the door, so she knew he was alone. A rare treat. She opened the door quietly and noticed the figure sitting up on the bed.

“Well my Lady.” Boomed the deep voice. “What brings you here?” She heard the voice getting closer then she felt his lips upon hers as she melted into him. His hands fumbled with her cloak as it fell to the floor. She felt his strong arms around her as they moved towards the bed.

She pushed him down on top of the bed and straddled him. His hands went under her skirts as he felt between her legs. She adjusted herself on top of him, tracing her nails down his bare chest as she felt his manhood grow under her. She moved her hips back and forth teasing him as his hands grabbed her wrist and she gasped. He moved his hips to meet hers as he felt himself start to slide inside her.

Placing her hands on his chest, she opened up more and let him slide inside her. He felt so good to her. He grew inside her with every motion that she made. His hands traced up her arms and across her voluptuous breast. They both knew this would be all they ever had, so they took advantage of it every chance they got. She rocked her hips back and forth on top of him as he hit every spot inside her making her cry out. Her head thrown back in its own passion. She dug her nails into his chest as he rolled her over and pushed her skirts up further.

His hands were on her thighs as his hands pulled on her heart shaped ass, pulling her closer to him. Pushing down upon her, he kissed her, his tongue forcing its way into her mouth as she opened up to him. As she began to pant, her legs spread open wider. He grabbed hold of her waist and bit her neck softly, tracing his tongue down the sides. She shivered under him as he went in as deep as he had ever been.

“Now, release with me now.” He ordered in her ear. She arched into him and let go. Her cries were muffled by his hand as her body shook under him. He laid beside her and traced his fingertips across the top of her bosom. “Now why don’t you tell me why you are really here.”

“Markus you are too much.” She responded. “I need to know who wishes to destroy the Countess.”

“You mean the one of many?” He said as he stood up to pour some fresh water.

“Yes, besides those.” She stood beside him and kissed his back, tracing her hands down his side. “This is a new threat that wishes to expose her.”

“Oh, that would be Herbert.” Markus laughed. “He is always trying to destroy someone to get ahead.”

“Where does he come from?” She took a towel and began to wash up.

“He comes from down the lane my Lady.” Markus turned and took the towel and began to wipe the back of Angela’s neck, kissing it between gentle swipes. “About 4 towns over.”

“Can he be stopped?” She questioned.

“Everyone can always be stopped.” He finished washing her neck and then moved between her thighs. “You just have to find a person’s thumbscrews.”

“Then I shall find his.” She stated clearly as she began to take her leave.

“We really must stop meeting like this my Lady.” Markus stated as he climbed back into bed. “What must your husband think?”

“That is why you can’t come to the house, because he tells me what he thinks.” She smiled and winked as she left the room. Angela knew she needed to make sure it was Herbert that was going to come and tell everyone about the Countess and not someone else. That would take more investigation around town.