A Mother’s Love
An MCxRayvis story.
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Odette was waiting for Rayvis at his mansion. She had successfully made another great friend with a famous duke and duchess. Finding another friendly couple in Stein. Since all of Wysteria knew and (almost if not all) adored her. Good relations with the people of Stein are important. Most kingdoms have grown to adore her. Of course she had her people that disliked her, but that was to be expected.
Rook has been running around by her side in the garden. Odette smiled and sat down on a nearby bench. She had a small pouch beside her which confused some as to why. Quietly she sat and enjoyed the gentle breeze and the scent of flowers around her. Suddenly her gaze turned to where Rook, who was now looking more alert, was staring. Smiling she gazed gently upon the young deer. Knowing that a couple of months ago, that fawn lost her beloved parents.
The small deer, which she named Dawn, had approached her hesitantly at first. Then almost kept to her side. Odette giggled and gently petted Dawn. Feeling a trusting bond between them. Then got out a small baby bottle of milk from the pouch. Holding it up in the air as Dawn gently drank. When she was found, the young deer was undernourished so whenever she could, she helped.
After awhile Dawn finished and laid her head on Odette’s lap, laying on its legs and almost asleep. Rook laid down as well since the sunshine was warm was welcoming. Suddenly the sound of a familiar pair of boots was heard approaching. Rook stood up alert with a wagging tail. Careful not to bark and awake Dawn.
Odette’s turned to smile at a very surprised Rayvis. He quickly flashed his gaze from the dawn to her again. She just smiled with a silent giggle. Putting a finger up to her lips as she gestured to the open seat next to her. As he sat down Rook looked up in hopefulness at his master. Rayvis absent-mindedly stroked his ears gently as he sighed heavily.
“Was this meeting difficult today?” Odette’s asked in a gentle voice. He looked into her caring brunette for like eyes and nodded.
“A tad more so than previous meetings.” He responded in his usual calm demeanor. For the past few months the nightwatch has slowly been adding new, young members to the group. Letting the older mentor the young. However as most boys at that age do, they were rebellious. Not majorly so but enough to cause concerns and havoc.
Odette looked down in thought before asking a question. “You have informed me the young boys were rebellious. Might I ask what their home life is like?” Looking up into his gaze she gave him a look of determination. Curious to what was rushing in her mind, he replied.
“Most of them are either from the orphanage living in the nightwatch main house, or have been on their own without much of a family excluding a few friends or mentors.” He saw the flicker of compassion and sadness in her eyes before giving him the look of determination once again.
“If I may, I would request an attendance to your next meeting tomorrow afternoon. I do understand it is rather sudden but, if I may, I might have a theory that, if correct, I can help with.” She saw a certain confusion in his gaze and spoke again before any questions was asked. “Rayvis, I do know what I’m asking. Do I have any experience knowing what you know, apart from what you’ve informed me before? Of course not! But believe me that I know this.
You know before becoming princess elect I taught and tutored young children, boys and girls of that age. I’ve seen many of those eyes full of pain from not having a home, or without any family. The first year I tutored, I let them stay in my classroom. Given then food and board until they found another. I considered a few to be my own.” She paused slightly to stop tears from falling.
“If their is one thing I promised as, not just the princess, but myself was to help children of all kinds. It may started in Wysteria but since I’ve made close friends with all children in all the kingdoms, that dream grew. If I can help in any way I will. I’m not looking for a complete change for all, but an impact... a small miracle. That’s all I can ask for. Not just for myself, but for them.” Breathing deeply she looked away feeling exhausted.
“Let me try a different angle of approach. Please...” she begged almost incoherently. Suddenly an arm wrapped gently around her shoulders and pulled gently against his chest. Feeling his lips on her head she closed her eyes as he stroked her hair.
“As you wish.” He spoke softly smiling. “I should’ve known to ask for your help earlier.”
“Better late than never.” Odette slightly teased as a chuckle came out from his lips.
“You speak the truth my love.” After awhile Dawn stood up and with a gentle deer kiss on her hand, leaped back into the woods. Rook soon took off back inside the mansion, supposedly getting a chess piece. After awhile the two lovers went back inside as well. Enjoying their company as they planned and discussed about their future and each other.