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nSylvia stepped into the bath, only relaxing her tense muscles as the petals and the herbs floating around covered her, making it impossible for the others to see her naked body.

nThe water was slightly on the warmer side and it felt like heaven as it touched her skin, perfectly complimenting the cold and chilly mornings that followed the freezing nights.

nEspecially since she had slept in the library all night, Sylvia felt a lot better in the warm bath.

nHer cheeks brightened with a natural rosy hue and the soreness in her heart and her body slowly dissipated.

nThis was the first time Sylvia had taken a proper bath after coming to the castle.

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"Aha Ha Ha. Is it feeling good?

" Jane chuckled seeing the intoxicated look on the young girl's face.

nSylvia shyly nodded, unable to refute the things that were written on her face.

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"Why don't you enjoy for a bit more child. Let me prepare the other things.

" Jane chuckled and walked away but not before reminding Ana to rub Sylvia's back.

nAna's face turned bitter as if she had just chewed on ginger and glared at Sylvia hatefully.

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"Don't expect me to be a freaking handmaid to a slave.

" She scoffed under her breath and stormed away without daring to openly shout at Sylvia, who on the other hand, couldn't care less about it.

nShe was enjoying her heavenly bath, momentarily forgetting the other things which awaited her after the bath and scrubbed herself clean.

nAfter a while when Sylvia almost fell asleep in the tub, Jane returned carrying two large towels with her.

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"Hurry up, dearie. Let me get you ready.

" She urged her and quickly helped her get out of the tub.

nShe then helped Sylvia dry herself up and rubbed her long silver strands with the towel.

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"I can do it myself, Mrs. Jane. Please don't trouble yourself.

" Sylvia tried to refuse, feeling awkward to be treated like this, but Jane wouldn't have it.

nShe shooed away her pleas and quickly helped her change into a fresh set of petticoat and inner garments.

nShe then helped her into a embroidered corset, pulling it extra tight in the back to make her seductive curves stand out.

nAfter that, Jane brought over Sylvia to the next room where there was a huge wooden dressing table, on top of which laid several gorgeous pieces of jewelery.

nSylvia stood frozen at the doorstep itself never having seen so much wealth in front of her.

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"Mrs. Jane… This…???

" She was beyond shocked. For a commoner like herself, something like this was scary more than anything else.

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"Ha Ha. Don't worry child. His highness personally gave me these. They are all yours to wear.

" The woman patted Sylvia's back.

nSylvia gulped and dumbfoundedly stared at the dazzling gems. What the hell? Is he preparing me for some sort of human sacrifice? She was now genuinely scared.

nAs if this was not enough, Jane took out the dress which she had carefully placed on the side.

nIt was a gorgeous teal colored dress with a spectacular gem craftsmanship.

nThe floral patterns on the dress was lined with diamonds and pearls, making the dress extremely beautiful.

nJane helped Sylvia get into the dress first, her body snugly fitting in it and then zipped her up, tying all the knots on the back.

nThe dress had a high neck and low back and its length extended all the way to her ankles.

nAs Sylvia twirled around curiously looking at the patterns on the dress and the way it reflected the sunlight splendidly, Jane couldn't help but take a step back and stare at the woman in front of her.

nThe teal dress perfectly complimented her deep blue eyes and her pale complexion, making her seem even more ethereal than usual.

nNot every woman could hold her own donned in such a fine piece of clothing.

nMore often than not, the person would be lost within, making the dress the actual star.

nBut in Sylvia's case it was different.

nThe dress though spectacular lost to her in the end and it only ended up being a prop to enhance her looks and features.

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"Oh my…

" Jane giggled, satisfied with the outcome and then further added, nudging Sylvia lightly.

"His highness will be very pleased. I hope you have a pleasant evening dearie.

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nSylvia gasped at the compliment and quickly looked at her reflection in the mirror to check. Did she really look that good?

nThe dress was heavy and she couldn't breathe too well because of the corset tightening her waist, but she did look quite good.

nSylvia, however, was not happy unlike Jane. She only became more nervous thinking about the devil and his devious plans for her.

nDid he decorate her so that he could… Were they going to…

nShe cracked her knuckles making Jane giggle some more.

"Why are you so nervous, dear?

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"Umm…

" Do I really have to state the obvious. Sylvia cried inwardly.

nJane pushed her shoulders down, making the woman sit in front of the dressing table and started adorning her with pieces of jewelery.

nA pair of diamond earrings, a choker studded with various sparkling gemstones and even anklets lined with emeralds and rubies.

nThe jewelery instantly made the dress much heavier and Sylvia smiled bitterly. She saw that Jane wasn't even done yet.

nShe braided her long silver hair in some sort of a fancy pattern and pinned it with leaf and flower shaped gem studded hairpins.

nAnd when she was finally done, Sylvia stood up, only to almost fall back down again.

nThe dress and the jewelery ended up being almost as heavy as her and maybe even more!

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"Mrs. Jane, this is too much.

" Sylvia protested, but only to get a excited smile in return from kind head maid.

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"Look at you! You look absolutely stunning. Mwah!

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"This is your night child. Don't fuss too much and try to enjoy yourself. These kind of opportunities don't come too often.

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nThe woman even gave her a flying kiss. Why are you more excited than me! Sylvia didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

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