His Maid!

CHAPTER3

Upon hearing my alarm go off, I rose from my slumber at 6:30 AM. Without hesitation, I proceeded to have a quick shower and brush my teeth. I retrieved my maid uniform from the closet; a short black dress with a v-neck, an apron, black shoes paired with white lace socks, and a black hair band.

I own two different uniforms, so I can go longer between washes. I impatiently waited for Bella to get ready, knowing she was always late.

Rolling my eyes in annoyance, I sat on my bed.

We went directly to the dining area, fortunately, there were not a lot of people there, and the few house staff we encountered were dressed in their uniform.

Lucy greeted the girls in the morning and asked them to take a seat.

We greeted Lucy in unison with a cheerful “Good morning.”

For breakfast, Lucy made bacon, pancakes, scrambled eggs, and orange juice. I enjoy eating pancakes. I quickly ate my pancakes because they were delicious. Lucy is very skilled at cooking.

Lucy requested us to stay in the living room after we finished breakfast while the other maids went about their work.

Lucy came over holding three papers in her hands, giving one to each of us; they turned out to be maps.

There are numerous spaces depicted on the map, including two spacious kitchens, a cinema, a gym, three expansive living rooms, a grand dining area, eight guest bedrooms, a laundry area, a pantry, a library, a massive ballroom, the office of Mr. Smith, and Mr. Smith's chamber

And of course, the maids’ quarters, and I have also been informed about a separate living space for the manservant located behind the main house.

Lucy suggested using the map to avoid constantly getting lost and then led the way to the schedule room to check the assigned tasks.

The appearance of the scheduling room resembles that of a cozy study, complete with a desk and shelf for important documents.

She indicated the desk and mentioned that all of our tasks are listed in this book.

She mentioned the importance of consulting the book every morning to understand our tasks for the day.

She again mentioned that the schedule for all the maids is recorded in this book, except for Mr. Smith's personal maid who exclusively tends to his chamber.

Charlotte expressed her desire to work as his exclusive maid, displaying her happiness in her words. It was clear that no one else but her would have such a strong desire.

Lucy looked at Charlotte with a sympathetic expression and advised against that idea.

“ Mr. Smith is the only one who selects his maid," Lucy said

She motioned towards the book as she addressed us, saying, "Let's take a look at what we have here."

Lucy instructed Bella to tidy up one of the downstairs living rooms, do the laundry, and prepare lunch.

Lucy instructed Charlotte to take care of the horses, wash the dishes, and clean the windows on the first floor.

Bella and I couldn't help but laugh at the news of Charlotte feeding the horses, the magnificent Charlotte Purrrrr. Charlotte didn't seem too pleased about it.

"You Eve, please clean off Mr.Smith's office and the library,” Lucy told me

“Girls, let's get going now,” she instructed.

Thanks to the map provided, finding Mr.Smith's office was a breeze. The spacious office, located on the upper floor, boasts a truly impressive interior.

In the center of the room sits a grand wooden desk accompanied by a matching chair. Upon the desk, one can find a computer, a file organizer, and various decor items typical of an office setting.

A surveillance camera monitor is positioned on the wall opposite the desk. Additionally, the office contains a wet bar stocked with drinks and liquor, a free-standing air conditioner, and a compact refrigerator.

Two more office chairs and two large sofas are located on the right side, while shelves line the left side of the room, with files strewn about the floor.

I completed the cleaning and organizing of the office within a short span of three hours, and the office now appears more stunning than before. The clock is nearing twelve, and lunchtime is approaching.

After returning to the maid's quarters, I found that Lucy had already made lunch. The other maids were also present, and we all ate quietly.

After having our meal, everyone returned to their respective tasks.

The library was conveniently located near Mr. Smith's office, making it easily accessible for me.

The immense size of the library is evident with its eight moderately-sized shelves. In Addition to the reading desk and chair, there are two large couches. The library has been neglected for a long time, as indicated by the thick layer of dust and cobwebs that adorn the space.

I spent four hours cleaning the library, feeling completely drained afterward. When I finished, Bella was in the kitchen, so I decided to go back to our bedroom for a nap before dinner.

Someone woke me up and as I slowly opened my eyes, I saw Sammy standing there.

"Wake up now if you don't want to miss dinner," she advised.

Upon glancing at the time displayed on my phone, I was suddenly struck with a sense of urgency. It was now 7:03. Bella was nowhere to be found, leading me to wonder why she hadn't woken me from sleep.

Sammy urged me to wake up and stop being lazy.

"Okay okay," I responded.

The dining area was crowded, so Sammy and I decided to sit on the kitchen island instead. Suddenly, it dawned on me that I hadn't seen Bella. I wondered where she could be.

"Hey, have you seen Bella?" I inquired with Sammy, but she just shook her head as we quietly enjoyed our meal.

As I exited the kitchen, I accidentally collided with a person, causing them to stagger and almost fall until I managed to grab their hand to steady them. To my surprise, it turned out to be Charlotte, who quickly pulled her hand away.

She questioned whether I was able to see properly.

I apologized to Charlotte, expressing regret for not paying attention

Charlotte accused me of lying and committing the act on a global scale. Before I could respond, someone interrupted me.

It was Bella

She told Charlotte to let me go since I had already offered an apology.

Charlotte walked into the kitchen, rolling her eyes.

"Bella, where have you been all this time? I've been searching for you." I asked

"I spent the entire day in the kitchen and ended up almost missing dinner. Since the dining room was crowded, I decided to sit in the living room instead," Bella said, yawning. I nodded in response.

Bella mentioned that Lucy had called for a meeting in the living room and suggested we go there, then took hold of my hand.

Lucy entered the living room, greeting us with a cheerful "Hey girls"

“Mr. Smith will return from his journey tomorrow” Lucy announced

I was taken aback, momentarily unable to breathe. The maids appeared extremely frightened. Bella trembled, fear evident on her face, while Charlotte had a look of sheer joy. What a fool!

Lucy made it clear that following the rules will ensure everything runs smoothly.

The room was filled with stillness. I silently prayed for divine assistance. We all dispersed to our respective rooms, where I quickly changed into my nightgown and fell asleep.

The coming day was bound to be full of challenges.