His Maid!

CHAPTER2

Bella and I glanced at each other with tears in our eyes, indicating our shared hesitation about working for Mr. Smith Belloni.

Even though I had doubts, I took solace in the idea that Bella and I would be employed at the same place.

Charlotte, however, was excited about the opportunity to meet Mr. Smith Bellon because of his appealing looks.

Christopher Smith Belloni, the only son of the most affluent tycoon in the city, is a rich man who is used to getting everything he wants, like riches, company, and extravagances.

He is known for being egotistical, arrogant, and showing little empathy. Rumors have circulated that his attractiveness and charm are so captivating that women compete for his attention.

Ms. Grace told us to pick up our bags before going, interrupting my daydream. After that, she thanked Mrs. Thompson by shaking her hand.

We stood up, clutching our bags, as Mrs. Thompson approached us with a sad look on her face. She hugged us as tears fell from her eyes, and we hugged her back, all crying except Charlotte.

"Girls, I will truly miss you! Make sure to look after yourselves. I hope we will meet again someday," she said, wiping her tears.

After saying goodbye, we left the building and noticed the cars waiting outside.

Two dark-colored SUVs were parked nearby, and Ms. Grace was lounging on one of them in a relaxed manner. As I admired the luxurious vehicles, I suddenly realized that I had never had the opportunity to travel in an SUV before.

She mentioned that the three of us, Isabella, Charlotte, and myself, would be joining her on the journey.

She told Darson to bring Emma and Kayla with him. Darson, who was a bodyguard, agreed and accompanied Emma and Kayla as they said goodbye and waved before getting into the car.

She gestured for the three of us to quickly get into the SUV by indicating its direction.

In the back seat were the three of us: Charlotte sitting on the left, Bella in the center, and myself on the right.

Ms. Grace sat in the passenger seat beside the driver. When the vehicle started to drive off, Mrs. Thompson waved at us from the street, and we reciprocated the greeting despite being obscured by the tinted windows.

The trip was serene, with silence enveloping us as Bella leaned against me and Charlotte immersed herself in her music through headphones. Ms. Grace only speaks when she receives a phone call.

After a lengthy journey, we finally made it to the Belloni Estate. The vastness of the property is truly remarkable.

It is incomparable to anything I have witnessed previously. When we approached the entrance, a security officer approached our car. Upon spotting the driver, he promptly withdrew into the gatehouse.

The gate automatically starts to open, granting passage for the car.

The estate is truly impressive, adorned with many trees and vibrant foliage spread throughout, including a roundabout, golf course, and horse stable.

After a short five-minute trip, the magnificent mansion came into view in the distance.

The modern architecture and size of the building were very noticeable, with security cameras placed all around. Next to the house, there was a spacious pool and an outdoor sitting area.

On one side of the grand mansion, there is a large parking area filled with luxurious cars, and on the other side sits a helicopter parked neatly.

We were filled with wonder at the splendor of the estate as we emerged from our car.

Taking our bags from the back of the car, we proceeded towards the mansion.

The inside of the mansion was breathtakingly luxurious. It boggles the mind to think about the extravagant sum of money he must have put into building it.

I am sure I will get lost in this place. Security guards are stationed at various points around the mansion.

The walls are decorated with huge paintings, and a large chandelier hangs close to the floor.

The white marble tiles cover the floors, and the staircase is impressively magnificent.

Ms. Grace greeted us warmly and led us into a spacious and stunning room, asking us to sit on the carpet and relax as she left briefly.

The room was adorned in hues of pale brown and deep orange, with a spacious television stand and a substantial fireplace placed below it.

Bella's eyes showed her anxiety when she looked at me.

She voiced her terror by stating, "I am scared."

I reassured Bella of my presence by letting her know that I was there for her.

Charlotte shared her enthusiasm for meeting Mr. Smith and looked forward to his charm. Bella and I exchanged meaningful glances.

Ms. Grace came back with a woman wearing a maid's uniform. The woman's gray hair makes her look like she is in her fifties.

Ms. Grace presented Lucy with an introduction to us, the latest additions to the household staff.

"Hey there, girls. I'm Lucy, in charge of the domestic workers at Belloni Estate. As the head of the household staff, I supervise all operations," Lucy proclaimed.

Ms. Grace told us that, due to Mr. Smith's absence, Lucy would guide us to the maid's quartets and give us the necessary instructions. Our response was a simple nod of acknowledgment.

Ms. Grace requested that Lucy show us around.

Lucy answered affirmatively by saying, "Yes, madam."

Ms. Grace instructed us to behave in her absence before she left the building.

Lucy gestured for us to follow her, and we complied with her instructions.

We made our way through a series of hallways until we reached the section reserved for the domestic workers.

The maid's quarters included various rooms, including a kitchen, dining area, and living room. I noticed several people in the living room whom I assumed were also maids. I wondered about the total number of maids that Mr. Smith has.

Lucy welcomed us and presented us as the new maids to the other maids, stressing the significance of treating us with kindness.

The maids all replied in agreement, saying, "Okay, Lucy."

She told us to give a brief introduction.

I greeted everyone with the name Evelyn and stated my happiness in making their acquaintance.

Bella hesitated briefly before presenting herself with the words, "Hello, I am Bella."

Charlotte confidently stated, "My name is Charlotte, and I am convinced that I am the most beautiful girl in the world."

Bella and I shared knowing glances, indicating that Charlotte has a big ego. Despite her good looks, she doesn't have to flaunt them all the time.

Leading the way, Lucy brought us to the room that she had set up for our stay.

We entered a spacious room containing six beds, evenly divided with three on either side.

Each bed comes with a nightstand featuring a lamp and a wardrobe with a mirrored door.

The bathroom is so big and has six large cabinets for storing personal items.

"Girls,” Lucy said as they entered our new shared room. “Get ready to make some new friends among your roommates." She added

She let us know that the next day she would assign us to our work and wanted us to be ready by 7:30 am, followed by breakfast at 8 am.

"You are not allowed to wear your normal clothes while on duty; you must wear the maid's uniform. Check your wardrobe; you will find it there," she added.

She stated that dinner would be served at 7 p.m. and indicated that we had enough time to unpack before that. She gave us her word that she would be back at 7 p.m. and then left.

After finishing the job of unpacking my suitcase, I helped Bella with her unpacking as well.

It was already 6:30, which meant that dinner would be ready in half an hour.

After that, I got ready for the night by showering and putting on a brief dress.

And I plugged in my phone to charge it and boost its battery power. Even though I have an iPhone 6, I frequently encounter challenges with its battery performance, which can be quite annoying.

We headed to the dining room, where dinner was already prepared by Lucy. Due to the crowded dining area, we opted to have our meal in the kitchen instead.

Lucy indicated that there were a combined 18 maids, us included, employed by Mr. Smith. We quietly savored our dinner.

While washing the dishes in the kitchen, a new girl walked into the room.

Upon our arrival, she greeted us and presented herself.

"Hello, my name is Sammy."

“And you, Evelyn, right?” She asked, and I nodded.

“Call me Eve,” I told her.

I gestured towards Bella, who was sitting on the kitchen island, and introduced her as my friend. Bella then greeted us by waving.

"It has been three months since I came here," she stated.

“Okay,” I responded with uncertainty, unable to find the right words yet again.

Sammy also brought up the fact that we shared the same room.

"It's a pleasure meeting you, Eve. I have to go now," she said as she left.

I reacted favorably by giving a compliment.

Amidst the lively and noisy background in the living room, filled with the hustle and bustle of movie-watching, board game-playing, and lively conversations,

I decided to retire to bed, feeling completely worn out. Bella opted to come with me to our bedroom.

After changing into my nightgown, I got into bed. This is now my home, my beginning. Tears began to fill my eyes, but I pushed the thoughts away and fell asleep.