JOYCE’S POV
Today is Emma’s birthday, and we asked Miss Esther for permission that I wouldn’t be staying at the mansion because Emma and I would celebrate at a bar. Emma’s new boyfriend is treating us, so I agreed. This is a rare occasion. Sir Hugo has been away for a few days now, so I won’t have any problems, and I told Miss Esther that I would work on my day off so that our boss wouldn’t say I was taking advantage.
I wore a dress that came up above my thighs, and it was partially backless, showing off my figure. I styled my hair with slight curls, put on makeup, and wore three-inch heels.
“OMG! You’re absolutely stunning! Are you really a full American? You’re so gorgeous, girl! I’m jealous!” Emma said when she and her boyfriend picked me up.
“Not really, but thanks,” I said wit
