Donya Hydrana Vedianas stood in front of me. Looking elegant and classy as she invited me to join her in their mansion in Isla El Fuego.
"Donya Hydrana, You've arrived."
My mother walked in to the living in her white long dress.
The Donya turned to my mother and smiled as she said her greetings.
"Yes Valenciana. I've just arrived a couple of minutes ago."
She turned her head towards me as she continued to talk.
"And since you told me that you and David will be out of the country for two months. I asked Daciana to join me on Isla El Fuego for the rest of her summer."
She politely asked as my mother went towards me.
"Daciana your father and I will be abroad for the next couple of months."
I stared at my mother and nodded at her words.
"And Donya Hydrana is kind enough to let you stay with her for the rest of your summer. That's if you want to stay there for the summer while we're not around."
My mother asked as she faced the Donya once more. Turning my head towards Donya Hydrana. I smiled at her and formulated a reply.
It woul be embarrassing if I declined the Donya's invitation. And she's the one who came her to invite me she probably cancelled some of her appointments just to come here and personally invite.
"Of course Donya. It would be my pleasure to join you for the summer."
I sincerely told her.
"Hydrana would you like something to drink? or maybe to east as well?"
Mother asked as she looked at Donya Hydrana.
"Tea will do Valenciana."
"I will leave you to chat along with Daciana while I'll ask the maids to prepare you some tea."
Donya Hydrana smiled then nodded at my mother's words. Mother soon then walked out of the room and left me with Donya Hydrana.
The Donya and I took a seat on one of our couches as we started our chats.
"How are you Daciana?" Donya Hydrana asked me.
"I'm doing well Donya. How about you?"
"Oh I'm doing marvelous my dear."
She cheerily said as let out those words.
"Although I'm not as what I used to be with my age." She chuckled as she added.
Small wrinkles can be faintly seen on her face. And light patches of white is sticking out from her jet black hair. But even with those features she still looked so beautiful and sophisticated.
"No Donya, even with your age you still look as beautiful as ever."
She laughed at what I said an turned to face me.
"My thank you so much for those Flattering words Daciana." And then she smiled.
"Darling, what course are you taking up for college?"
"I'm taking business Donya. Since I will soon be the one to lead our companies."
"Oh of course."
"Where are you going spend your college days in Ciana? Is it okay if I call you Ciana?"
"Certainly, but I am planning on going to school abroad."
"Really? Do your parents know about your plan Ciana?"
"I've told them about it but they are not sure about it yet."
I wanted to study abroad. But I am not yet sure if my parents will agree to it since the school that I chose was hundreds of miles away from the county.
Donya Hydrana longingly gazed at me. As we continued our chat.
Sipping on her tea as she stared at me then smiled. She put down her cup and faced me.
"Oh Daciana I wished I had a daughter that is ultimately like you."
She exaggeratedly said to me. I chuckled at her words as I looked at her.
"But instead I am left with those two boys. Who are always busy with their works."
She retorted.
"Or maybe I can pair you up with my eldest son Adriel? If you won't mind of course."
With furrowed brows I looked up to her.
"I am not really ready to be tied with anyone with at the moment Donya. I am still busy with my studies and I am still young. I am only eighteen."
I spoke in a voice firm with conviction.
Surprised at my words the Donya shuffled on her seat as she formulated her reply.
"O-of course my dear. It was just a thought." She said.
My came in to us while the Donya and I were chatting. Mother smiled and faced Donya Hydrana and me.
"Glad to see that you and the Donya are enjoying your talk."
Donya Hydrana looked at my mother with a lingering smile formed on her lips as she began to speak.
"Well of course Valenciana. Your daughter is a very lovely girl." She smiled while she stared at my mother.
My mother turned towards me.
"Your bags are ready Daciana."
Turning towards the Donya as she added.
"Donya her bags are now ready. The maids will soon put them in your car."
Nodding at my mother's words the Donya soon then turned her head towards me.
"Are you ready Daciana?"
She politely asked. Looking at my clothes as I shook mg head.
"I will just change my clothes Donya."
I told her. As I began to ascend from my chair and walked towards our staircase.
My head was still throbbing but I took in some supplements so it was now bearable. I took of my clothes and changed into a vintage puff sleeve skirt snap button white lace short sleeve dress.
Taking off my slippers as I put on a white ankle strap espadrilles. Putting on a straw boater hat.
As well as taking a white shell necklace and a gold Eiffel tower pendant necklace from the drawers.
Taking a glance on my full body mirror. As I snatch a sling bag.
I then went out of the room.
Coming down from the grand staircase and into the living room where I spotted my mom and Donya Hydrana talking.
When the Donya saw me. She ascended from her seat.
"Let's go."
•••
I stepped out of the yacht as I walked towards the private port of the Vedianas.
We were now at Isla El Fuego. A huge sign can be seen. It read-
Welcome to Isla El Fuego
A subtitle can be seen beneath the greeting.
Home of the riches
My father once talked about this island. Stating that many of the riches ancestral families of the land lived here. And how he wanted us to move in here. But mother always disagreed with the thought.
From the Vedianas to the Salaciana families and of course the Cantalliano.
The pearly white sand beaches and the majestic clear blue waters of the island filled my view.
The wide range of trees surrounded the place. Parades of Hotels can be seen along the coast. Tourists were scattered around the grounds of the hotels.
"Do you like it dear?" The Donya spoke beside me.
"Yes Donya." She nodded at my words and smiled at me. She pointed at a black SUV and began to speak.
"That our ride towards the mansion Ciana."
Walking towards the car as the driver brought my bags.
I seated myself on the backseat of the car along with Donya Hydrana.
We passed by small houses of the province and the many range of hotels on our way towards their mansion.
When we arrived the first thing I noticed out of the tinted car window was how vast their land is. Their huge white gate opened and that's when I saw their mansion.
It stood high and marvelous as the gate welcomed us inside. It was near the sea side so the gentle splashes of waves can be heard.
Maids and helpers were scattered around the area. When they noticed the car they fell in line.
Coming out of the car I heard the sounds of greetings coming out of their mouths.
Helpers were already getting the bags out the trunk of the car.
When I got inside I was in deep awe as I took in the surroundings of the place.
Paintings of men and women were on the marble walls. The marbled floor was shining as I got in.
Furniture's and figurines were placed everywhere. And a gigantic marble staircase was in the middle of the room. Up high in the ceiling I saw paintings of angels looking down upon me. And with it a giant glass chandelier can be seen hanging on the center. Knowing how their family is. I can tell that the gems that I saw hanging down the chandelier were real.
"Daciana dear, would you like something to eat?"
Donya Hydrana woke me up from my thoughts. I turned towards.
"No thanks Donya I am still very much full." I replied. She smiled on my comment.
"Well then, let me escort you your room."
She walked before me as I followed her steps. We walked up to their marble staircase. With her leading the way.
When we got up to the upper floor she walked towards a white door.
"This will be your room dear."
She said as she began to open the knob of the door. As I was able to fully take a look of the room I was lost for words.
It was spacious. Much more spacious than my room back in our mansion and that room was already spacious.
The bedroom was looking more like a royal suite than a regular bedroom. A bathroom can be seen on a near corner.
There was a sliding glass door and out of it was a balcony which was overlooking the view of their land.
A large queen sized bed is in the left side of the room. The walls were painted white. And furniture's were scattered everywhere.
The Donya faced me while a polite smile was lingering on her lips.
"Hope you'll enjoy your stay here, in your new bedroom Ciana." She said. I nodded at her words knowing that I was going to deeply enjoy my stay here.
"Of course Donya."
Smiling once more as she faced me.
"If your hungry just go down stairs. I'll ask the maids to prepare you some snacks. But I know that your still feeling pretty tired because of the long ride. I will leave you to rest for a bit."
She said. "Thank you Donya." I told her sincerely. She closed the door of the room until she was nowhere in sight.
I scanned the room. There was also a walking closet. Walking towards the walk in closet as I noticed my bags in the corner inside. They were now empty. And my clothes were neatly hanging on the cabinets. And my shoes were laid down.
I walked out of the closet. Taking off my shoes as I laid myself down on the soft pillows and mattress of the bed. As I fell into a peaceful sleep.
•••
A loud knock woke me up from my slumber.
"Ma'am the Donya has sent me to fetch you for dinner."
The small female voice said behind the door.
"Coming!" I replied shortly. Seconds after my reply I heard the steps of the maid retreat.
Ascending from the soft mattress of the bed as I took a glance at the window. It was already dark outside. The was already up lighting the night sky.
Walking down towards the grand staircase as I wore my white long sleeved night gown.
Donya Hydrana was already seated on the long dining table of the room. She was wearing her red lacy evening gown along with a dress robe.
Sitting my self in front of her. She took a glimpse of what I'm wearing.
"Daciana dear, how was you sleep?" The Donya politely asked. I smiled then looked up to her.
"It was okay Donya." She smiled at what I said.
"Glad to hear that Ciana." Donya Hydrana smiled then opened her mouth once more.
"If you don't mind dear. Is it okay if we wait for a bit for the arrival of mg son? His on his way from our fields."
"Of course Donya." Not later after I let out those words. The gallops of the horse can be heard outside.
"Oh, that's him now Ciana." The soft clanking of steps can be faintly heard from another room. And not later after that Adriel in his white v-neck shirt. Denim pants and black boots went inside the dining room.
Donya Hydrana stood up from her seat and went to greet her son.
"Adriel! Finally you've arrived! What took you so long?"
"There were many works and reports to attend to ma." He replied in his hard baritone voice.
"Well your here. That's what matters." The Donya said.
"Come Adriel I'll introduce you to our guest."
Donya Hydrana walked towards me along with her son. My eyes traveled towards his God like features. From his Adams apple down to his veiny arms.
I stood up from my seat. Ready to introduce myself to him.
"Adriel I would like you to meet Daciana Syril." Donya Hydrana started.
"Pleasure to meet you Adriel." A sincere smile was lingering on my lips as I said the words in mg usual tone.
"The pleasure is mine Daciana." He said in a voice that dripped with formality. I searched his face hoping to see a smile or maybe even a trace of humor on his dark midnight eyes.
But no traces of it can be seen on his face.