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Another story in the 'Destiny's Soulmates' series; A prequel to 'A Twist of Fate'
Chapter 1 ~ August 1, 18-
Today I got this journal as a gift from mama on her return from town. So I decided to start writing in it. Well all the house is in an uproar, constantly busy with this and that. Pemberley I mean. For in less than a week it will be Liam's coming out ball. He is turning 18 within a week.
Anyway, my name is Lisa, Lisa Anne Wickham. I live on the ground of Pemberley, a great estate in Derbyshire. My best friend is Liam Darcy, otherwise known as Fitzwilliam Darcy, heir to the Pemberley estate. I don't know how him and I became the best of friends, I guess it is because he is friends with my brother.
My brother, George, is an absolutely selfish and arrogant. How I hate him, let me count the ways. He is spoiled because Father does it. He treats George like he is the prince of England, and treats me like nothing. I don't understand what did I do to deserve such treatment as that.
Anyway, Liam and me have been best friends for a few years now. I just enjoy being in his company and he in mine. Even if I am only 15 years old. I also like to play with his little sister Georgiana, she is about 9 years old and they both lost their mother about 7 years ago. I don't remember Mrs. Darcy that much, all I can remember is that she was a sweet and caring lady, just like my own mother. I feel so sorry for Liam and Gina, as I call her, I mean they seem both sad and lonely.
Maybe that is why Liam and me are close, because I have been with him since his mother's death. I offered him comfort and kind words. I became like a sister to Gina, always telling her stories, playing with her, and laughing at her silly stories she loves making up. She's like the little sister I never had. As for Liam, well Liam's always been more to me. I don't know how to explain it. It's like we belong together or something, I know that sound weird coming from a 15-year-old but it's the truth.
I mean I am the only one who can call him Liam, everyone calls him Fitzwilliam (his father), William (Gina), or Darcy (George). I decided to try something different so I started using the final 4 letter of his name l-i-a-m, and from then on I started calling him Liam and I am the only one that he lets do that. It is kinda weird I mean my name is Lisa, with 4 letters that starts with an L; and so is his now, Liam, with 4 letters that starts with an L. He doesn't mind, so that is my special name for him.
Gina one day got really mad and asked me to do the same thing. 'You call William, Liam so why can't you do it for me. Please Wisa.' That is how she pronounced my name. Finally I agreed and had to think on that one. I mean I could call her Anna, but that is well almost her mother's name. I don't think that would have been a great idea. So I tried Giana, but Liam said it has to be 4 letters like his and mine. So I shortened it to Gina, dropping out the a, and she liked it. She ran down to her father and told him that since I call William Liam, that I now call her Gina instead of Georgie, or Georgiana. He just laughed and smiled at us all and told us to go out and play.
Another thing that's weird is that Liam and George don't play that much together anymore. Liam rather spend time with me and Gina. I guess that he saw through George and realized that he is not a true friend only a jealous and devious person. Well I am glad, Liam doesn't need him as a friend, he is not one to be trusted. George looks like a sweet and innocent boy, but he is a snake and a liar. I don't love or respect him at all. Is that wrong?
Anyway that is all about everyone, I live with and care about. Well maybe not care about them all, but most of them.
Chapter 2 ~ August 2, 18-
Today was an absolute horrible day. I found out some things that shocked me.
I will start from the beginning; I was helping mama with lunch when she asked me to run into town to pick up a package. I naturally agreed for I loved to ride into town.
As I was leaving, an old lady looked at me and said, 'your Michelle - little girl Elizabeth right?'
'No, you must be mistaken, my name is Lisa.'
'No, I am sure because I remember her giving birth to you. It was before she married your stepfather, Mr. Wickham.'
'My stepfather?' I asked questionably.
'Yes child, your real father left your mother before she found out that she was with you. Your mother named you Elizabeth. A very pretty name little one.'
'Thank you. Well I must go, my mother will be expecting me.' I said quickly and left.
On the ride back my mind was in such turmoil. He's my stepfather, then what about George. And why is my name Lisa and not Elizabeth. Before I realized it I was home. I immediately gave the things to mama and asked her where 'Father' was. She said that he was in his den and why?
I plainly told her that I had a few questions I needed to ask him.
'Questions about what Lisa?'
'Shouldn't it be Elizabeth, mama?'
'Oh dear, wait please Lisa wait!' mama yelled but I continued. I went straight into my father's den and flat out asked.
'Who am I? And why isn't my name Elizabeth?'
He just sat there and coolly replied, 'Who are you? I will tell you. For starters, you are not my daughter. I don't even know who your father is. Your mother never told me, and your mother named you Elizabeth Anne. However, I didn't like it, if you were going to be mine, your name better be to my liking. That is why I chose Lisa Anne.'
'And why wasn't I told?'
'Because you were and still are a child and out of compassion for you mother, I have let you stay. But all that can change you hear, so obey and you can stay. Do you hear me Lisa?' he said stressing the word Lisa.
'Yes sir, but does George know?'
'Of course he does. He was almost 4 years old when I married your mother. Now leave and you are not to tell anyone. Do we have an understanding?'
'Yes Father, we do.'
'Good now go.'
With that I ran out of the house. I kept running till I reached the pond and I just sat there and started to cry. I kept on crying till I felt a hand on my shoulder.
'Lisa, hey what's wrong?' Liam said sitting next to me.
'Nothing. I can't tell you Liam, please understand that I can't.' I said quietly and in between my sobs.
'Sure yeah fine I won't ask. Just please stop crying Lis, it will be all right.' He said taking me into his arms to soothe me.
'Thank you Liam.' I said quietly, feeling safe and protected by Liam's arms. All right, will it ever be all right again.
A while later I rose to head for home. Telling Liam again thank you for everything.
'Hey think nothing of it Lis, I was just glad I could help you. I will always be there for you ok?' I nodded and he continued, 'anyway what are best friend for?'
'Yea, night Liam.'
'Good night Lisa. See you tomorrow.'
'Ok night.'
I walked in, ate my supper quietly and went to my room. And now I sit here writing and wondering about my real father. I wonder who he is and would he, if he knew I existed, love and cherish me like Mr. Darcy does with Liam and Gina. I really would like to know.