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She is still surrounded by her family and friends, and Tenac. But there are also losses along the way. When she finally starts to become comfortable in her new life, the news of a new outbreak of the sickness reaches Salmis.
All of a sudden it is up to her to fight for a city that abandoned her. Does she really want to fight for it? Or should she walk away and leave her past behind her? The third and final book in the White rose series about Mary.
チャプター 1
Mary fell downward in the darkness. Then she felt hands, not only one or two, but several hands that gently caught her and held her body. Mary felt the hands put her feet down on solid ground and hold her upright until she found her balance. As she steadied herself, she felt the hands let go of her and her blindfold were removed.
Mary blinked against the light and then she heard the first tolling of a bell and loud cheering. Confused she focused her eyes and realised that she was surrounded by aari. She was standing in a room clad in marble with a high ceiling.
Mary looked behind her and there was Tariana, smiling down at her from a ledge that were about three meters above the floor.
“Well done,” Tariana smiled at Mary.
The aari around her shook her hand and congratulated her. There were some she knew, like Procecsa, Mildy and Leana. Then there were her teachers and the ones from the council. Lastly there were a lot of aari Mary had never seen before.
They all looked pleased, and the mood was high. Tariana walked down some steps and came up to Mary. She held her arms out.
“Congratulations, my friend,” she said as Mary accepted the hug from her. “It’s time for the last formal part before we can get the fun part started,” she told Mary.
As she said that, Procecsa stepped up to Mary and Tariana, and five women stood in a circle around them. From nowhere, five large white sheets appeared and the five women used magic to make the sheets into what Mary only could describe as a cocoon.
“Time to shred your linen dress and put on a white one, Mary,” Procecsa smiled.
Tariana and Procecsa helped Mary out of the itching dress and as Mary was about to tell them she didn’t bring another dress, a white dress just appeared, and they helped her dress in it. As Mary felt the white fabric flow around her, she had to fight back tears.
She had made it; she had taken the final step and became the person she wanted to become for so long. In that moment, the white dress represented so much to Mary that it was hard for her to take all her emotions in. As she was dressed and Tariana had braided her hair, Tariana hugged her again.
“You deserve this, you have been so brave,” she said to Mary.
“I’m so proud that I have had the privilege of being your mentor,” Procecsa said, giving Mary a hug.
“Thank you, both of you. I couldn’t have done this without you,” Mary said to them and wiped away a stray tear.
“She is ready,” Tariana said loudly.
The sheets of fabric were removed and the other aari once again came into view. There was a loud round of applauds. Tariana took Mary out into the middle of the room, there a circle formed with them in the middle, surrounded by aari.
“You have accepted the rebirth into a life as aari. We welcome you as the newest member of our family. As a symbol of your power, your dedication and your new life, we give you your badge,” Tariana said in a clear voice.
Leana stepped up to Tariana, holding a white cloth in her outstretched hands. Tariana unfolded the cloth and Mary saw the glistening diamond, surrounded by pearls. Tariana picked up the badge and walked over to Mary and pinned it on the right side of her dress.
Another round of cheers and applauds erupted. Mary couldn’t stop smiling as she placed her fingers over her badge.
“Thank you,” she said, and Tariana smiled.
“Mary came to us from Domne. These days we never get trainees from Domne, and I know many of you were hesitant about how she would do. But not only has she met and surpassed all our expectations. She is the highest scoring student for the past 241 years,” Tariana told everyone. There was a surprised and impressed murmur in the room.
“For her dedication, excellent results and to help her find the right path, the council has decided to offer you the title of protector of the white rose of Treenia,” Tariana smiled and there was another murmur in the room and a lot of nodding.
Mary was floored. It was rare to get a title when you were taken up in the aari. They usually came when you had proved yourself.
Mary knew the name Treenia. She had been one of the Ladies in the old book Mary had gotten from Tenac on her nineteenth birthday.
Treenia had been one of the first Ladies after the country had been divided and she had led with a firm belief that the aari needed to hold every man, woman, and child to the same value. Things like nationality, background, and things like that should not affect the help the aari provided. Mary was a firm believer that Treenia had been right.
“Thank you, I’m humbled by this, and I will do my best to live up to the ideals of Treenia,” Mary said as she was given a rolled-up scroll by Tariana.
“I have no doubt that you will,” Tariana smiled at her.
“As a symbol of your new path, a new name is given to you. It is up to you if you will add it as a second name, or if you choose to be called by it,” she continued.
The room fell silent as everyone wanted to listen to what her new name would be. Mary was focused on Tariana. She wasn’t sure she wanted a new name. But in the worst case scenario, she could just use it as her second name and never use it, she thought.
“Your new name is Ayyanapia, the one with a colourful soul,” Tariana announced and another round of applauds broke out.
“That was all the formal things out of the way. Now it’s time for the party,” Tariana then said and the quiet room became filled with noises as doors were opened and food and drinks were carried in to be placed on tables that had just appeared along one wall.
“Come on, Mary, you must be hungry and there are lots of people that wants to meet you and talk to you,” Tariana said and took Mary’s hand.
They walked over to the tables that now were filled with food. Tariana put a plate in Mary’s hands and Mary filled it with the delicious-looking finger food. They walked a bit to the side and as Mary started eating there were aari coming up to them and congratulated her and talked a bit. The council member, aari Gregic, came walking up to them.
“Congratulations, Mary,” he smiled and shook her hand.
“Thank you, aari Gregic,” she smiled back.
“I must say that you surprised us when the Lady announced your talents. But you have shown us you are a valid option to become a candidate for the position as the Lady,” he told her.
“Thank you, you flatter me,” she said.
“I’m only speaking the truth, my friend. I haven’t forgotten what you did for Limia. Showing compassion toward someone that has wronged you is an admirable trait,” he told her.
“It was nothing. How is Limia? I haven’t seen her in a while?” Mary asked, hoping to stop the flattery.
“She is good. Thank you for asking. She has been staying at our home in Archam. We have hope that she will be ready to take the assessment again next year,” he said.
“I’m happy to hear that,” Mary smiled.
“I will leave you to the next of the family that wants to congratulate you. I was lucky enough to receive an invitation to your party, so I’ll see you tomorrow,” he told her.
“I think my mom has invited the entire city,” Mary laughed.
“I’m looking forward to taste her food again. She is an excellent cook,” he said and then walked away.
“That was interesting,” Tariana said to Mary.
“It was?” Mary asked.
“Yes. He has been a firm supporter of Axilla for years,” Tariana nodded.
Axilla was one of the other aari that had control of all five of her elements. She and Mary had lunched a couple of times since Mary’s secret was let out. She had been very nice and talked about her own experiences.
“You think that has changed?” Mary asked.
“Yes, I would say he has found a new candidate to support,” Tariana nodded and put a small tomato filled with onion and spinach filling into her mouth.
“Oh, these are divine,” she then said, eating another one.
Sometime a little later, their plates were taken away by someone and a cup of wine was put into Mary’s hand. Mary didn’t usually drink, but she sipped it while she talked to more people.
Mildy and Elena came by to congratulate Mary and they talked for a while about old memories and Mary really enjoyed herself. As the two aari left Mary and Tariana to themselves again, Mary turned to Tariana.
“I have a question,” Mary said.
“Ask away,” Tariana smiled.
“Where am I being placed?” Mary asked.
“Oh, dear me. I have completely forgotten to tell you,” Tariana said surprised.
“You are being placed in the diplomatic area,” Tariana added.
“What? But you never start in the diplomatic area. That is something you earn,” Mary objected.
“I wouldn’t say never. It’s unusual. But then, not many of our trainees speak four languages and get top marks with special commendations in foreign studies,” Tariana smiled.
“Where else would we have put you?” she added.
“Thank you. I’ll do my best to live up to everyone’s expectations,” Mary said, feeling humble.
“Oh, don’t think of it like that. Go out there, do your best, have fun and learn things,” Tariana told her.
“That sounds fun,” Mary laughed.
“And that is what I want for you now. You have been so focused on your studies. Just enjoy life a little, Mary,” Tariana advised her.
“Okay,” Mary nodded.
“It’s almost two o’clock in the morning, and you have had a long day. Why don’t you sneak out and go back to your room and get some sleep before going back home in the morning?” Tariana said.
“But everyone here is here for me,” Mary objected.
“Most of them have already congratulated you. Now it’s more of an excuse to party and have fun. As you are the last to do the final test, they will go extra wild tonight,” Tariana chuckled.
“Okay, just one question. Where are we?” Mary asked.
“If you go out that door, you will end up in a hallway, take left and take the first stairs to the right. You will end near Sesca’s office. You’ll find your way from there,” Tariana smiled.
“Thank you,” Mary nodded.
“Congratulations again Mary. I’m so, so proud of you,” Tariana said, giving Mary a hug before gently pushing her towards the door.
Mary followed the path described by Tariana and found herself outside her mentor’s office. From there, her feet found their own way. The sanctum was quiet and almost deserted. There were just a few riders walking in the hallways. She almost bumped into a prospect as she rounded a corner.
“My lady,” he bowed before rounding her and walking away.
Mary looked at his back as he vanished down a side corridor. My lady, she thought, and lifted one of her arms and looked at the simple white fabric on it. She was an aari. It hadn’t really hit home until that moment. She giggled, partly because of the butterflies in her stomach, partly because of the vine.
Happily, she skipped the rest of the way back to her old room, took off the dress and got into bed.
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令嬢は離婚を機に大富豪への道を歩む
「瀬央千弥、離婚して」
周りの連中はこぞって彼女を嘲笑った。あの瀬央様がいなくなったら、御影星奈は惨めな人生を送るに決まっていると。
ところが実際は――
財閥の名家がこぞって彼女を賓客として招き入れ、トップ俳優や女優が熱狂的なファンに。さらに四人の、並々ならぬ経歴を持つ兄弟子たちまで現れて……。
実家の御影家は後悔し、養女を追い出してまで彼女を迎え入れようとする。
そして元夫も、悔恨の表情で彼女を見つめ、「許してくれ」と懇願してきた。
御影星奈は少し眉を上げ、冷笑いを浮かべて言った。
「今の私に、あなたたちが手が届くと思う?」
――もう、私とあなたたちは釣り合わないのよ!
離婚後、奥さんのマスクが外れた
彼は言った。「彼女が戻ってきた。離婚しよう。君が欲しいものは何でもあげる。」
結婚して2年後、彼女はもはや彼が自分を愛していない現実を無視できなくなり、過去の関係が感情的な苦痛を引き起こすと、現在の関係に影響を与えることが明らかになった。
山本希は口論を避け、このカップルを祝福することを選び、自分の条件を提示した。
「あなたの最も高価な限定版スポーツカーが欲しい。」
「いいよ。」
「郊外の別荘も。」
「わかった。」
「結婚してからの2年間に得た数十億ドルを分け合うこと。」
「?」
裏切られた後に億万長者に甘やかされて
エミリーと億万長者の夫との結婚は契約結婚だった。彼女は努力して夫の愛を勝ち取りたいと願っていた。しかし、夫が妊婦を連れて現れた時、彼女は絶望した。家を追い出された後、路頭に迷うエミリーを謎の億万長者が拾い上げた。彼は一体誰なのか?なぜエミリーのことを知っていたのか?そしてさらに重要なことに、エミリーは妊娠していた。
君と重ねた季節
彼の心の中で、彼女は卑劣で恥知らずな、愛を奪った女でしかなかった。彼は自らの最も冷酷無情な一面を彼女にだけ向け、骨の髄まで憎む一方で、心に秘めた女性にはありったけの優しさを注いでいた。
それでもなお、彼女は十年間、ただ耐え忍びながら彼を愛し続けた。やがて彼女は疲れ果て、すべてを諦めようとした。だが、その時になって彼は焦りを覚える……。
彼女が彼の子をその身に宿しながら、命の危機に瀕した時、彼はようやく気づくのだ。自らの命に代えてでも守りたいと願う女性が、ずっと彼女であったことに。
妻が去り、妊娠を知った俺は、ただ泣き崩れるしかなかった
しかし、結婚して5年後、彼は離婚を切り出した。その時初めて、彼の想い人が私の父の隠し子(私の異母兄弟)だと知った。
離婚を決意した七海だったが、その時にまさかの妊娠が判明した。
離婚後つわり、社長の元夫が大変慌てた
彼女は心を殺して、署名した。
彼が初恋の相手と入籍した日、彼女は交通事故に遭い、お腹の双子の心臓は止まってしまった。
それから彼女は全ての連絡先を変え、彼の世界から完全に姿を消した。
後に噂で聞いた。彼は新婚の妻を置き去りにし、たった一人の女性を世界中で探し続けているという。
再会の日、彼は彼女を車に押し込み、跪いてこう言った。
「もう一度だけ、チャンスをください」
離婚後、ママと子供が世界中で大活躍
本来の花嫁である義理の妹の身代わりとして。
2年間、彼の人生で最も暗い時期に寄り添い続けた。
しかし――
妹の帰還により、彼らの結婚生活は揺らぎ始める。
共に過ごした日々は、妹の存在の前では何の意味も持たないのか。
離婚当日、元夫の叔父に市役所に連れて行かれた
溺愛令嬢の正体は、まさかの霊能界トップ!?
──が、彼女は社交界に背を向け、「配信者」として自由気ままに活動を始める。
江城市の上流社会はこぞって彼女の失敗を待ち構えていた。
だが、待てど暮らせど笑い話は聞こえてこない。
代わりに、次々と大物たちが彼女の配信に押しかけてくるのだった。
「マスター、俺の命を救ってくれ!」──某財閥の若社長
「マスター、厄介な女運を断ち切って!」──人気俳優
「マスター、研究所の風水を見てほしい!」──天才科学者
そして、ひときわ怪しい声が囁く。
「……まゆ、俺の嫁だろ? ギュってさせろ。」
視聴者たち:「なんであの人だけ扱いが違うの!?」
原田麻友:「……私も知りたいわ。」
サヨナラ、私の完璧な家族
癌だと診断され、私が意識を失っている間に、あの人たちは私を置き去りにして、あの女とお祝いのパーティーを開いていた。
夫が、あんなに優しげな表情をするのを、私は見たことがなかった。双子が、あんなにお行儀よく振る舞うのも。――まるで、彼らこそが本物の家族で、私はただその幸せを眺める部外者のようだった。
その瞬間、私は、自分の野心を捨てて結婚と母性を選択したことを、心の底から後悔した。
だから、私は離婚届を置いて、自分の研究室に戻った。
数ヶ月後、私の画期的な研究成果が、ニュースの見出しを飾った。
夫と子供たちが、自分たちが何を失ったのかに気づいたのは、その時だった。
「俺が間違っていた――君なしでは生きていけないんだ。どうか、もう一度だけチャンスをくれないか!」夫は、そう言って私に懇願した。
「ママー、僕たちが馬鹿だったよ――ママこそが僕たちの本当の家族なんだ。お願い、許して!」双子は、そう言って泣き叫んだ。
令嬢の私、婚約破棄からやり直します
婚約まで二年、そして結婚まで更に二年を費やした。
だが長谷川冬馬の心の中で、彼女は幼馴染の市川美咲には永遠に及ばない存在だった。
結婚式の当日、誘拐された彼女は犯される中、長谷川冬馬と市川美咲が愛を誓い合い結婚したという知らせを受け取った。
三日三晩の拷問の末、彼女の遺体は海水で腐敗していた。
そして婚約式の日に転生した彼女は、幼馴染の自傷行為に駆けつけた長谷川冬馬に一人で式に向かわされ——今度は違った。北野紗良は自分を貶めることはしない。衆人の前で婚約破棄を宣言し、爆弾発言を放った。「長谷川冬馬は性的不能です」と。
都は騒然となった。かつて彼女を見下していた長谷川冬馬は、彼女を壁に追い詰め、こう言い放った。
「北野紗良、駆け引きは止めろ」
転生して、家族全員に跪いて懺悔させる
婚約者にも妹にも裏切られた私。
さらに悲惨なことに、二人は私の手足を切り落とし、舌を抜き、目の前で体を重ね、そして私を残酷に殺したのです!
骨の髄まで憎い...
しかし幸いなことに、運命の糸が絡み合い、私は蘇ったのです!
二度目の人生、今度は自分のために生き、芸能界の女王になってみせる!
復讐を果たす!
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