"Master, he was the one who touched me," I stammered out nervously as Master Abigor was walking me back to my carriage. I had spent the remainder of the ngiht sitting anxiously with clammy hands and a heart beating 100 beats a minute because I was so fearful of what would happen when I was alone again with Master Abigor, "there was no way I could have stopped it," I rushed out as we approached my carriage and the door was held open by my coachman. Master Abigor had my hand placed in the crook of his arm as he casually guided me to the carriage. Even though his face gave nothing away, I could not help but feel that something was unsettling. I was certain he was upset with me, "hush," he huskily whispered into my ear, causing goosebumps to appear on my arms. He placed his index finger on my lips, silencing me, "if you say one more word, I will not hesitate to punish you even more." A lump formed in my throat and I wa

I had ordered Lydia to request and seek out a portrait painter, I wanted only the best of the best and I had given her this task while I was sick and in bed. To-day she came with the good news that the painter was waiting for me. I eagerly got dressed in a beautiful white gown that exposed most of my skin and contrasted with my dark skin. I entered the massive room and looked at the short round man who immediately rushed to his feet and bowed before me, "Lady Aphrodite, it is an honour that you have chosen me to be the one who captures your beauty," he let out in a hurry and I simply waved my hand. "Oh, tis no big matter. I hope you shall not make me regret my decision," I responded even though Lydia had been the one who had to pick through persons to find the best and most suitable painter. "Not at all," he shook his head and I worried for his neck but I casually glided over to the expensive sofa that I had made f

Certain days, I can never seem to catch a break. I am constantly busy, preparing myself for shows and performances. My days are constant headaches and I struggle to even have a moment of rest besides when it is nightfall and I need to be in bed. Yet, other days I find myself having nothing to do. Just as to-day, I find myself aimlessly wandering around the compound, running my fingers along the stone walls of this castle like mansion that felt so cold yet homey. I wore a ball gown that felt light compared to the usual heavy ball gowns with heavy material to give the skirt full effect. This dress was perfect, a pink that contrasted against my dark skin. I felt light and airy, and I could not help but to twirl around the hallways, giggling to myself. I walked around barefoot, my small feet dancing along the marble floors as I threw my head back and began to sing about the silliest of things. "I r

The best part about not having any work to do, is that I get to sleep in as late as I want. There is no disruption of any kind and I get to drift off into dream land, and truly enjoy my bed, warm sheets and blankets. I snuggled deeper into my bed, enjoying the feel of the pillow beneath my head, "-dite, Aphrodite, rise up, open your eyes, Aphrodite," I groaned and rolled over, attempting to escape the nuisance that was pulling me away from my precious sleep, "Aphrodite, awake at once!" "Hush!" I hurriedly exclaimed as I raised my head from my pillow and glared at Lydia with sleepy eyes, "do you not see me asleep?" I snapped at her, cranky that she was the one interrupting my sleep when she knew how much this meant to me. "But-" "Did I not tell you to not wake me, Lydia? You are my friend but this is un-" "The master has requested your presence," she let out in a rush as she

Master Abigor had walked me back to my quarters but turned and left halfway to my sleeping chambers after one of the male servants rushed to call him for something important. I looked at my door before I placed my hand on the handles and turned them, pushing the doors wide open. I was immediately met with dozens of eyes looking at me eagerly. My ladies in waiting rushed to me, quick to remove my clothes and jewellery. They led me to my bed and I sat down on it, tired and in so desperate need of sleep, "what happened?" Lydia asked me as they all looked at me with wide smiles and eager to hear what had went on. I paused, licking my bottom lip, "he is courting me," I stated unsurely as though one of them would interject and tell me he was not. Their faces were still, surprise swimming in the pools of their eyes before they all squealed in excitement and jumped onto my bed, looking at me, "Master A