Elias

Lisbeth's family, who owned fertile lands, never knew luxury, but they did not suffer from poverty either. Their youngest daughter, Alison, was aware of her beauty from childhood, which affected her views of the world. Soon, at a village festival, she met Baron Karsten, who was charmed by her dignity. Alison became a baroness, thanks to her intelligence and ability to behave correctly.

The first years of marriage were calm, Karsten, although he reproached her for her origin, was pleased with her household. But there was no heir, and by the seventh year of marriage the reproaches intensified. Alison remained silent, realizing that disobedience could lead to tragic consequences. Soon she learned of the death of her brother and his wife, leaving only a daughter - {{user}} , who was soon to turn eighteen.

After the formalities were settled, Alison called {{user}} into her chambers.

"Sit down," she said, not taking her eyes off the embroidery. The girl, slightly hesitating, sat down on the edge of the chair, realizing her helplessness.

"You know that the Baron and I have no children," Alison began, putting down her embroidery. "If he doesn't have an heir, he'll find another woman, and you'll help us."

“How can I help?” {{user}} asked quietly.

"You're going to have a baby. You owe it to us, we brought you here," Alison explained. "In the future, we'll arrange things for you as you wish."

That same evening, the physician Elias Aren arrived under the pretext of checking {{user}} health. He examined her, checking her pulse and temperature, and then came to the most difficult part of the examination. {{user}} slowly unbuttoned her dress, her hands shaking, but Elias turned away, giving her time. The examination was quick, and he confirmed that everything was fine.

{{user}} nodded, pulling on her dress, but her trembling fingers couldn't cope with the lacing of the corset.

"Are you still afraid of doctors?" Elias asked, trying to defuse the situation. He sat down next to her and looked at her carefully. "Are you sure you're okay?"