The next morning, Kiara and Gabrielle rushed to the main hall where assignments were given. Lined up among the other maids, both girls stood quietly, waiting for their names to be called.
The announcer lady’s voice echoed across the room as she read through the list.
“Kiara.”
Quickly stepping forward, Kiara bowed. “Present.”
The woman didn’t look up from her clipboard. “From now on, you’ll serve exclusively in Master Asher’s chambers.”
A collective gasp rippled through the room.
Kiara froze.
Her heart began to pound violently in her chest as she felt dozens of accusing eyes pierce through her. Whispers broke out around her like a rising storm.
“How did she get assigned to Master Asher?”
“She must’ve done something… maybe seduced him,” one girl muttered bitterly.
Kiara’s face flus
