The next morning, the sun rose gently over the city, painting the sky with soft shades of pink and gold.
Judy woke up feeling nervous. Today was a busy day of preparation for the big company meeting. Her mind was full of thoughts about her dress, her hair, and the way she would greet the guests tomorrow.
She got dressed quickly, feeling the weight of the coming day. She wanted everything to be perfect, even if it was just for show.
As she rushed down the stairs, her mind wandered to the many things she had to do: hair, makeup, shoes, and practicing etiquette with the maids. She was so focused that she didn’t notice the little patch of slippery floor near the bottom of the staircase.
Her foot slipped. For a split second, she felt her heart stop.
“Ah!” she gasped.
Her arms
