I walk around the library looking at all the books there, then pulling one out sitting down in the chair with it. I get lost in it before I know it because it's a story about a girl that gets separated from her family, spending years trying to find them. When she finally does, they don't believe it's her. They tell her their child died in the flood many years ago. Despite everything she tries, they reject her.

Nicholas clears his throat. "Supper is ready."

"Oh, I didn't realize that much time had passed," looking up at him, closing the book slowly.

"We can take that book to our room on the way to dinner. It looked like you were deep into it" he nods towards it.

"Yes, it is an excellent book."

He looks at the cover "The silent treatment. I've read that one."

"It is very good; I hate the girl's family did that to her. They wouldn't even listen to her side of the story," trying to make it feel a little more comfortable in his powerful presence.

"Yeah, stupid people just don't know how to stop to look at something before they throw it away like it was nothing." I look at him, but his face is hard, while his eyes are almost sad. It goes away in a flash where his business composure is back in full force.

"So, is there anything you need me to handle or help get ready for the ball?" hoping that he will allow me to do something so I will not be bored out of my mind.

"Yes, I need you to take care of the decorations, food list, then tell the servants where you want everything set up."

"Any food that you would like to have on that list?" I see a small smile pull at the corners of his lips, but then it disappears when he catches me looking at him.

"They know my favorite dishes, so tell them to make sure they are served." as we start to walk out of the room. 

"Can I ask what they are?" wanting to know what it is he likes.

"Chicken, cabbage, peas, carrots, corn, and beef. What's yours?" as we head back down the halls towards his chambers again.

"I like all those plus a lot of fruits but also love salads too."

"Good to know. That way, our servants will know what to fix for you at all times. There will be times I'll be gone on business si they will fix what you need to eat as your diet changes also."

Furrowing my brow some "How would my diet change eventually?"

His grin is wide as his gaze drops to my belly. "When you get pregnant, of course. You will eat exactly what the doctor tells you during that time. That way, you both will be healthy, making sure the child will be born in good health also."

Nodding my head, "Oh, I see. That is totally understandable. Have to make sure that everything runs smoothly with that."

After laying the book on the nightstand, he guides me to the dining room, pulls out my chair, helping me sit. He sits at the head of the table then our food is brought out.

A servant bows after she puts the plates down. "Enjoy your meal Milady and Sir." Our plates have chicken, corn, and beans, but we also have bread. He observes me as I eat the correct way using the proper edict; I slowly eat how a noblewoman should. Using the correct utensils for each item we eat then he smiles as he starts his meal.

"I have to say I'm very impressed by your edict. You have been properly trained in our ways," pointing his fork at me.

"Yes, Nathan made sure that I knew my way around these types of functions. I went to balls where I had to use the proper methods. I didn't want to embarrass him at any functions," taking a small sip of wine.

"Well, that's good to know. How many dances can you do?"

"All the waltzes, slow dances plus the county's main dance," thinking back of twirling around the floor at the balls.

"Have you ever been to London?" his eyes snap to mine.

"No, I've always stayed at the manor. We would venture out some, but never that far. We never had business there, or if they did, I never went."

"That is where we will go after we are married. I have business there next week that I have to take care of. We will stay at my house there until we return here."

Smiling at the thought of finally seeing what I have wanted to for so long, "Oh, I like the sound of that. I've always wanted to see London."

"When I get done with my business, I will come to fetch you so we can tour it together. Until then, you have to remain at the house. A woman can not be on the streets unescorted. There are too many dangers there."

"I've heard of women having problems there," thinking of some stories that circled the house.

"There have been too many women that have had men do things to them that is not allowed. I want you to be safe where no one can take advantage of at all. You will be my wife where no one will be able to touch you but me" his voice goes to a low growl.

Wondering about this, "I have danced with men at balls. Will I be able to have men on my dance card, or will it just be you?"

"The supper dance will always be mine. As long as you know the man, I have no problem with it" he shoves a piece of meat in his mouth.

"I just wanted to make sure what you required on that. Some men want their wives to only dance with them. That way, if a man asked, I would know whether to say I could or could not dance with them."

We finish eating where he escorts me to our room; I stop because my body starts shaking with my nerves. He puts his arms around my waist, looking at me.

"What's wrong? Your shaking."

Stuttering in a quiet voice, "I've never been in a bed with anyone. I always had my own room, so I'm scared."

He runs a finger down my jawline then kisses my cheek.

"It's fine; your gonna have to get used to it one way, or another" his eyes have gone to a dark lust now.

"But we're not married yet. This is forbidden."

"As long as it's not spoken of, then no one will know," pulling me close to his chest.

"If for some reason it is, I will be damned a whore. I don't want that" my voice is shaking.

"Look, we're engaged then getting married in a few days. You'll be fine where there is no way that brand will stick. It's not like you are with more than one man anyways because you will be with only me, no one else. No one will also know my house better than utter one word about anything that happens here. I've waited for this moment all day since you were bought to have a pretty woman in my bed; it's been a very long wait."

"So you expect um......." waving my hand down my body.

His smile is pure evil. "Yes, I do. I expect everything from you that a wife will do for her husband." I take a deep breath letting out a shudder. "Look, I know you're nervous about this, but I won't hurt you. I can promise that it will be very pleasurable for both of us. There will be a little pain at first, but soon you will be feeling nothing but pleasure."

"I just......"He crashes his lips onto mine, making me melt into his embrace. I've only been kissed a few times before. Nathan would steal a few kisses from me when we were alone, but we never spoke of it, but this kiss is so much more powerful while demanding. His hands roam my side coming up to my breasts. He slowly caresses them as I gasp, then seeing the invitation, he pushes his tongue inside my mouth. Our tongues dance together for a few minutes as he pulls back, smiling at me.

"You're a good kisser. Is that your first kiss?" as his eyes search my face slowly.

"Like that, yes, I've had a few stolen kisses but not many."

"You must be a natural at it. Now, it's time to go further." My spine snaps straight as he rubs my arms slowly. "Relax and trust me. I'll be gentle going as easy as I can." I'm shaking but nod as he spins me around, helping me out of my clothes. "You have a beautiful body; it's absolutely stunning." He steps back as his eyes roam my nakedness while he slowly takes his clothes off to reveal a muscular, tone body along with his member that stands there at attention which is huge. I've never seen a naked man, but I didn't think they were so massive. He steps forward, kissing me slowly. "Come on, let me show you how much pleasure you're about to have."

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