Third P.O.V
Bourdeaux, France
La maison des étoiles or popularly known as The House of Stars is the ancestral home of the Archambeau Family. Just like the name itself, their ancestors were bold and daring gaining attraction to numerous ladies. One such person is Isidore Archambeau. He is the current patriach of the Archambeau Family who became prosperous thanks to his unique skill in scented bath and body works came the birth of Amour Luxueux Parfumé , the star in the perfume making industry. He married Anais Grace-Lumiere, a well known singer and have two sons - Noam and Seraphin.
Noam currently runs the business while Seraphin is the world famous singer and pianist. They are both the darlings of high society and especially popular with both ladies and men. Many people wished to curry favour with them to get what they wished for but their plans fell short instantly as the boys always had several plans and measures to counter against them. These two men also avoid such people because they have two beautiful wives of their own, Anna Czarina and Kayla Panoplía.
They expanded the business as both wives were also in the same fields as their husbands thus becoming power couples. The girls both got pregnant at the same time leading to the births of Regis and Aurelie Archambeau. These two are the most famous among the current generation of rich heirs. Regis is the world's top perfume expert while Aurelie is a world class opera singer.
The family were now gathered in the mansion for the regular family dinner. At the round table sat all of the members of the Archambeau Family with their respective partners. Regis sat with his husband of two years, Timeo Chevalier while Aurelie sat with her husband Kylian Dubois. Timeo and Kylian are famous shoe designers and apprentices to Andre Fabbri. They met the love of their lives two years ago in Paris and courted them eventually marrying them.
"Boys, I heard that you are heading to City Daire along with the Fabbri-Agosti couple ?" Isidore asked. Timeo answered "Indeed, Grandfather. We are heading back to work with Luxway. They are the best shoe brand in the market and are exceptionally good with their designs." However, both men had frowns on their faces. "Why are you boys frowning ?" Kayla asked. "It's nothing, Mom. Just thinking about the fact that we need to deal with a few annoying pests." Kylian replied, toying with his food. Aurelie smacked his hand. "Even if they are annoying, treat them with respect." she retorted. Seraphin frowned. "Is this about the Fabbri second branch ? Indeed, Kain Hasapi has a sort of bad reputation in high society. Leon and Ilya Fabbri are not good either. It is understandable why the boys would not be keen on facing them." Timeo replied "It is just not that but also the fact that they are shamelessly asking Master to work for them for nothing. They are horrible." Kylian nodded. Regis spoke up "Don't worry. We will be there to support. If they cross a line, we will deal with it." Everyone nodded and began to eat.
Meanwhile in the Fabbri Mansion back at City Daire, Lucien and Elijah finished up eating dinner and headed to the study to talk when all of a sudden, loud footsteps echoed the hallway. Both of stood rooted, wondering who it is when a dazzling light blinded them. Ilya Fabbri had appeared in front of them, dripping in diamonds. They were not surprised at all. Ilya liked to show off her superiority in front of them. Lucien and Elijah had looks of disgust which they morphed quickly into blank looks.
Ilya stood in front of them with a scowl and murderous look on her face. "Follow me, both of you." she demanded in a loud voice and walked away to Elijah's study. Elijah and Lucien both followed quietly. They mentally prepared themselves for what was coming. Once they reached the study, they saw Ilya reclining on the sofa with a glass of bourbon in her hand. They stood in front of her. She twirled the glass in her hand while looking at them with a glare. The glare was full of hate and resentment.
Lucien was not surprised at the amount of hate she had to them. They were more superior and better looking than Kain and obviously more talented. She put the glass down and spoke up. "Elijah, you will wear your mask when Brother-in-law's apprentices come to Luxway. Kain will lead the company, so don't shun in any way. You are beneath him. Lucien, do whatever you want but make sure that you don't come in Kain's way. Both of you are just orphans. Lay low and never seek for spotlight." The words that were spouting from her mouth made both of them mad. They couldn't believe at the audacity she had to call them orphans. They knew just how evil both the husband and wife duo are.
She drained her bourbon and got up to leave. After she walked out, Elijah and Lucien frowned big time. "Hah, what a b*tch. To think that she calls us orphans shamelessly while our parents are still alive." Lucien angrily spoke. Elijah nodded. He went to his desk and sat down. He opened a drawer and pulled out a bunch of papers. "Come and sit, Lucien. We need to plan." he said
Lucien sat down in front of Elijah. They began drawing out the various ideas they had. First they decided to follow the plan of Elijah wearing a mask when the apprentices came so that Elijah could grow close to them while Lucien decided to go to Clive's agency to audition as a model. Once that was sorted, they decide to make their appearance at high society galas and parties so that people would know that Kain wasn't the only child. As they were brainstorming, Lucien noticed Elijah staring at him with a mix of hesitation and determination. "What do you want to ask, Elijah ?" Lucien asked. Elijah took a deep breath and spoke. "I know you will say no to this but will you consider studying painting at the Estrela Art Institute ? You have a god given talent in it. I know that you will do extremely well." he said.
Lucien was about to protest when he paused and thought about it. He knew that his paintings are good. The question is whether the Institute will take him. He nodded stating the intention of doing so which relieved Elijah. "We need to protect Clive and Decker from the morons." Lucien said to which Elijah replied "Don't worry about it. They will be safe and sound. I have already arranged for protection secretly."
Lucien let it go because Elijah would do such a thing. They began to refine the plan of meeting with the apprentices. Once it was all done, they parted ways. Elijah stayed back in the study while Lucien made his way back to the art room.
He walked up to the cabinet and pulled a sketchbook. He sat down and began to sketch.
Time flew by as he drew, shaded and rubbed the drawing. He finally left the book on the couch and went to his room to sleep. The sketch book was open and it showed a drawing of a man with long hair as dark as the night sky with fair skin and brilliant green eyes.
What Lucien did not expect is that very man would be searching for him leading to a story of a lifetime making them the couple of the century.