“You don’t have to show me around if you have things to do. I’ll fix my space and go for a walk later,” Elise said the moment they were left alone.
When she saw the questioning look on Eleanor’s face, she quickly added, “I won't roam around and lose my way. I’m a servant; I know my place. You have nothing to worry about.”
“If you say so,” Eleanor answered, her voice ringing with authority. She walked out with her hands in the pockets of her flowing teal dress—an outfit that clearly set her status above the rest of the maids.
Once alone, Elise sighed and fanned herself with her hand. “I can’t believe I’m going to be dealing with another Lady Diane,” she muttered to herself.
She poured a glass of water and gulped it down hurriedly to extinguish the rising tension in her chest. Even the t
