Penthurst Manor had not been occupied for a very long time. Stories about the previous Baron circulated all around. Some say he sold his soul to the devil, while others said he became the devil himself and still walked the earth.

Archeologist Patrick Neville had been drawn to the said stories. For almost 9 years he dedicated himself to solve the Baron's disappearance. Following a torn journal, he unearthed the Baron's residence.

Kristania 'Krista' Vinna Neville was jumping between her Mom's place in Ovido Heights and back to her Dad's mansion in Richmond. Ever since the divorce she had been constantly patronizing her mom's hysterics while her Dad travelled the world. She'd heard of the story about the Baron Lucian and had actually grown a tendré towards the man. No one knew that the man visited her in her dreams. She had contented herself meeting Lucian at night, however, the Baron had grown bolder and seductive. Can she resist his charm and solve his mystery?

The Baron and his Lady

 Dina stayed despite my Dad's efforts in sending her back home. She was obviously looking for excuses to remain. Like the lack of groceries, the tidying of the house, changing my bandages and other little things. 


 But I could see Dad wanted her to stay as well. Both have finally mended the rift between them and I was so happy. I was not wishing for a complete family again, as long as Dina and Patrick are happy then that's enough for me. 


I whirled my head around and saw a friendly smile. 


"They're fine. In fact, I think I can walk without you guys helping me anymore." 


 Tristane sat down beside me. He brought me a glass of carrot juice, something my mom had concocted. I took the glass and gestured him to stay with me under the shade of the oak tree. It was old but it's leaves were still healthy. This tree could outlive anyone. 


Forty-four: Preposition