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Fenika Baruch seethed that she was not invited.

Catherine Marie felt an overwhelming sense of cold in the weeks and months since she was given the news of her brothers death. How had it come to this? She tried desperately to remember her last words to him, her last interactions with him. She kept coming to one conclusion- it was the night she had chastised, threatened and caused him pain for what he had done to her child. It haunted her, knowing that she could never make amends. How she missed the days when he ran around the square, in his turtle helmet and with his pet pig, gathering all the friends he could whilst Catherine watched silently from the side. John was always her polar opposite in that sense. Outgoing, outspoken, cheerful and ever so caring. She teased him so much by calling him Johnny, his cute annoyance one of the bright parts of her days. She never spoke of it, but in those times she envied him greatly. She made a pact to herself she had long forgotten, to never let harm reach her little brother. He was too good for this world. Catherine was brought back to the present with a jolt as she heard her babies begin crying. The memory fading once more and oh how she wished it wouldn’t. The reality was so hard to bear. Two of her siblings were gone now, one remained and she had hardly any knowledge of the girl who she felt no kinship to. It pained her though, who was next? Her mamej, papej, sister? Or perhaps one of her children? It was nearly too much to the woman, she felt her mind breaking as it had before at the news of her grandpapej’s death. She could never let it happen again. in the weeks after the death, Catherine’s children would find that their mother often held them close and tightly, shakily. Determination set in, she would protect those who she held close with all her might. She failed Ana and Johnny. She would not let herself fail again. If Catherine heard Leopold say anything Ill against his uncle, she threatened to take away all his books for a month. She was extremely serious in the threat this time. @Taketheshot

Nice try!

In another part of the estate, the second born daughter and newfound heir of the County sneezed. She wondered if someone was perhaps thinking about her or if it was the dust that had accumulated on the bookshelves. A knock came from the door, she mumbled a quick “come in”. A maid quietly came in and handed her a letter sealed using a Haense wax stamp. After reading the contexts, she placed the letter on her desk, putting her head in her hands. “Letters. Why must they all contain bad news” she muttered, feeling the all too familiar pain in her body the stress had caused. It rarely left her nowadays.

Fenika Baruch listened to Matyas present his manuscript to the Koenas with much interest at the Suitors competition. She smiled, applauding him as he finished.

Lady Rosemary watched Lady Diana drink the large quantities of Merlot from the other side of the room, shaking her head "Both my mothers are alcoholic it seems" she went back to knitting a hat for the baby resting in a cot nearby.

Rosemary Gendik shivers, wondering why anyone would want a tarantula

AGREED

Josh, I may get after you sometimes, but truthfully I feel like a big sister to you and many others. Ill push your buttons, you'll push mine, but at the end of the day Ill have your back. You needed this break, just as we all do at some point. The amount of friends youve made will forever outweigh those who seek to bully and harrass you. You've got an army, they have a platoon.

Sergeant Amelia Hughes wonders if the dwarves hot boxed their cave with Cactus Green.

Sergeant Amelia Eleanora scoffed at Savoy's shameful plug for fame. "There were more ISA there than Savoyards, and we even treated two of their wounded!" she commented to Sergeant Primrose Gendik as they cleaned off their medical instruments after a long night in the clinic. "Powdered wigs, oh please. We fought just as much as they did and yet they claim we weren't even there!" @MapleSunflower

A wayward Rosemary Gendik came upon the news of the marriage while on her journey to try and forget. Alone but for her trusted steed Chetak, she wept and let loose all her built up emotions into the night, though no one would hear.

Assistant Coach Rosemary Gendik of the Talus Grove Druids would go to her godmothers house, knocking on the door. "It is time" is all she would say once Amelia Eleanora opened the door. As soon as such words were spoken, Amelia proceeded to utter "Hold my beer". She worked through the night, not even a wink of sleep drifting past her. Finally, at day break, it was done. But no, this was only half the battle. Now, Amelia would don the garment created through sweat and sleeplessness. She ventured, ventured far and wide, and even to the depths of the most dangerous places. There, she would produce these propaganda adverts: https://imgur.com/a/hxOX7mn

Rosemary Gendik turns to Aleksi ( @CanadaMatt ) “isn’t this your biological mother? I guess you will have 2 stepdads now.” She cringes seeing the frankly desperate seeming advert.

In the empire of Oren, Rosemary Gendik-Komnenos received the missive with delay due to the messengers travel. She was expecting it, as she had been asked to go by Sigismund III. “Mother, may I attend? It seems that the Orenian social season will not be held for awhile more. This could be my alternative.” She asks the newly wed Primrose Genrik-Komnenos ( @MapleSunflower). Despite her question, Rosemary felt apprehension about the event. Her mind keeps traveling back to what Princess Anastasya ( @shay ) had told her several months ago.

Evergreen This dress shall stand out in many a crowd! It's bright green color is rare to see among the fashion of the capital, making it unique and cheerful to the wearer. It comes equip with a matching hat to ward off the suns rays. https://imgur.com/a/xhBy8n8 Signed The Tailored Travels Located in Providence, Carrington Emporium stall 8

Amelia Leslie would shake in fear and utter anger before the auctions bidding wars began. She grasped Diana d'Azors hand beside her. "I won't let them take you" she would whisper to Diana in a resolved tone. Soon after, the women were shoved out into the rainy evening to the sight of many men's sickening smiles. @PrettyCuteAnna Later: Once safe back in providence, Amelia would finally be able to read the missive containing the auction notice. She grits her teeth, having read through the page. "We are not cattle to be sold for auction. We are mothers, daughters, wives. But these... these PIGS, they saw us only as a means to a sick mina hungry end" she crumbles the missive in a fist, not wanting to see the sketch of the women and herself on the paper any longer.

Lemon Drop This simple Hanbok will stand out in the crowds of Yong Ping with its vibrant colors. It comes equip with a Binyeo (비녀) to hold even the most unruly of hair in place. The stem of the binyeo is made of the finest of woods, and a topaz gemstone rests in the flowers center. [Imgur Link Because files too big] https://imgur.com/a/dDxGKPY Signed, The Tailored Travels Store Located In Providence, Oren Emporium Stall 8

Summer Tides This lovely dress is fit for those young women whom may want something sophisticated, yet cooling in the summers heat. It features a bonnet to ward off those impending summer rays, while also being stylish with this seasons top floral selections. [Imgur Link Because files too big] https://imgur.com/a/eLQyk31 Signed, The Tailored Travels Store Located In Providence, Oren Emporium Stall 8

Amelia Leslie would be sitting in the hospital of Providence, recovering from a vicious orcs attack when the missive was delivered to the hospitals doorsteps. A passing nurse was reading through it when she inquired as to what it was. The nurse frowned, handing the missive to Amelia. As she read over the words, Amelia's face would loss all color. With shaking hands she handed the missive back to the nurse. "I wish to be alone" she stated softly. The nurse would leave, and with that Amelia would cry silently with the grief of the possible demise of such a young woman. A woman she had seen not so long ago.