After Mila tidied up, I began laying out my plans for the future.
I summoned the family steward to reorganize the household.
He arrived quickly, standing respectfully at the door.
"Ms. Olley, you wanted to see me?"
I looked up, my gaze sharp.
"From today onward, I'll be overseeing all family affairs personally. Go find capable people. Status doesn't matter, loyalty does."
The steward hesitated and then nodded respectfully. "Yes, I'll get started right away."
He turned and left, his footsteps fading down the hall. Mila stood by, silently offering me a fresh cup of coffee.
"Nola, would you like to rest for a bit?"
I shook my head. "No, Mila. Time's running out. The Olley family has stayed silent for far too long."
She opened her mouth as if to say something but instead let out a so
