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My Aunt. Chapter 20
Date: 1/15/2016, Categories: First Time, Author: Annamagique, Rating: 8, Source: LushStories
wondering what thoughts were tormenting her but was afraid to ask. “Well,” she said, getting to her feet and standing in front of the window. “I may not have killed Maggie but I am responsible for her, and you and the other girls.” She gave a big sigh. “It is up to me to make sure that this is put right.” “You are guilty of nothing, Aunt Helen.” “You are a good girl, Victoria. I have been very proud of you these last few days. You are so like your mother, but I hope you will learn from my mistakes.” “Mistakes, what mistakes, Aunt Helen?” Now I really was curious but, as I opened my mouth to ask, there was a knock at the door and Melissa entered. “The Reverend and Mrs. Wallace, Lady Helen. Shall I show them in?” “No, please show them directly to the dining room please. I shall be along momentarily.” “As you wish, Mylady.” Melissa closed the door again. “Well, Victoria.” My Aunt turned to me. “This is the part I was dreading.” “Do you wish me to stay with you?” I asked, hoping the reply would be positive. “Would you rather not, Victoria?” she asked gently. “I would be happy to, Aunt Helen.” I smiled and took her hand. She squeezed mine and smiled then leaned forward and kissed my cheek. “Come on then,” she said, “stiff upper lip and all that.” I held on to my hand to her and, using it to steady herself as she got out of the deep armchair then, she drew herself up and took a deep breath before composing herself and walking towards the door. “Before we go.” I stopped her at ...