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Tweak says, "L'chiam!"

Daphne Wexley (daphnelovering) wrote in toujoursliberer,
@ 2008-06-06 20:44:00

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aime_laurent, amandine_devereux, charles_hurst, christopher_blake, daphne_wexley, demetri_blake, lucas_blake, lysander_mountford-miles, olivia_blake, tobias_hurst

THE FUNERAL
Subject: Lord John Wexley IV's memorial.
Where: The Wexley family home.
Who: Daphne Wexley
Warnings: N/A
Open to: everyone who would have attended the funeral.

"...Lord John Oliver Wexley IV was buried today, but his spirit will live on in the rest of us... Amen.." finished the priest as he crossed the grave and then there was silence for a few moments. The first noise came from Lady Wexley, letting out a bellow of sobs that was obviously for show but no one would dare confront her about it. Daphne stood in between her brother, Johnny, and Daniel Perkins, trying her best to hold in any emotions that were fighting their way to the surface. Tears streamed down her face, but she made no noise, simply stared straight ahead and made eye contact with no one.

The party moved to the Wexley's family home where the guests were able to meet, discuss, and remember the passing of a very important man. Refreshments had been set up next to a rather large painting of John Wexley IV. Plenty of chairs and sofa's and places for people to sit and converse. Though, the object of the after party was to uplift the deceased and speak about him, but like any other party, everyone had their own objectives as to being there.

Daphne stood at the picture of her father, holding the glass of wine that Daniel had given her, not moving. She didn't to move, show emotion, talk, eat or drink. Knowing, though, that her mother was pretending to be completely beside herself, it was up to Daphne to be the hostess. Thank God for Johnny, though. He took up most of the duties himself.

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missella
2008-06-11 03:37 am UTC (link)

"Yes," Ella said simply, finding it more difficult this time to keep the bitterness out of her voice. She tilted her head to the side slightly, which gave her a bit of a woozy feeling. She liked it. The whole world felt warmer and softer than usual, and really she wanted another drink. "Thank you."

She made the mistake of glancing at the refreshment table again. The portrait of her father was staring at her! In his most demeaning way! She couldn't do anything truly fun with his visage bearing down on her like that.

It was the time for action, before their conversation went stale and she was left in a mixed state of emotion with her level-headed friend. Patience was a darling girl, to be sure, but she was far too sensible sometimes!

"I think I'd like some fresh air," she said and fanned herself with her hand. She shot Patience a look that she hoped said I'll be right back and tell you everything that we discuss! "It's rather stuffy in here, is it not? Would you mind escorting me to the garden, Mr. Brinsley?"

	only_daughter 2008-06-11 09:35 am UTC (link)
	"Oh, I should just go and check on your mother." Patience said, giving Ella a small smile before she all but skipped off into the guests, slowing when she reminded herself it was not proper to look happy at a funeral. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	loverofliberty 2008-06-11 09:42 pm UTC (link)
	"Er, bye," Robert said, a little belatedly. He offered his arm to Ella. "Why yes, of course Miss Wexley. I ah... yes, well... sad, really, that your father's gone to meet his maker and join the choir invisible and all that, but at least you have the blessings of a kind, compassionate family, to ah... relieve your distress. I suppose you've got a sister?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	loverofliberty 2008-06-12 12:49 am UTC (link)
	Hm, perhaps he was setting a bad example? Naaaaaah, chugging expensive wines was always a good idea. "But of course, Miss Ella! Shall we?" Robert, who now possessed the alcoholic tolerance of an Irish dockworker, offered her his arm with his usual fluid grace. "Are you and your family all doing well?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	loverofliberty 2008-06-12 01:09 am UTC (link)
	Robert nodded as if that entire exchange had made sense. "Of- of course Miss Ella. I am sorry to hear about your mother and especially your sister. Are you... close with them?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)