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

Two weeks passed without any incident. My regular rituals had relaxed down a bit. There had been no visitations or hallucinations. I guess the ring took care of it. And also, there had been no news about Lucian. Last I heard he was staying at my Dad's place in Richmond but we never spoke. Tristane handled the arrangements and there was nothing after that. 


I turned my attention to reviewing. I had no time to sulk or mend a broken heart. Enzo bought me all sorts of materials I could use, so I studied day and night. Dina had to pop in once in a while to bring me food. She knew I wanted to pass badly and she supported it. When the glorious day finally came I took the exam and I knew I was ready. 


Fifty-five: Mask