The sound of banging on my door was what woke me up the next morning. Getting out of bed, I cringed when my feet touched the cold floor.
Opening the door, I saw the petite girl tasked to work at the garden. She had a smile on her face, sticking her hand out for me to take as she introduced herself.
“ Hi, I’m Josiane. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”
“ Hi, I’m…”
“ Micaela, I know. Honestly, everyone does.” Josiane winced, giving me a pitiful look. “ You’re the girl chosen as the King’s personal maid.”
Not knowing what to say, I opted to say nothing, not at all shocked by her information.
“ It’s best if you get ready. Lady Elvire will be here any moment from now.” Josiane said, ushering me back in.
I closed the door, changing out of the clothes I had on into a freshly washed uniform. Was
