"Everyone!"
Davina clapped her hands together with infectious enthusiasm.
"We're redecorating!"
The maids exchanged bewildered glances.
Adrien, who had just stepped into the hallway, stopped in his tracks.
"...What?"
No one answered him.
Marionette wandered unhurriedly through the spacious living room, quietly taking in every detail.
She stopped in front of a tall porcelain vase.
"Nanny Irina."
"Yes, Mrs. Volkov."
"Did Cassius choose this?"
Nanny Irina nodded.
"Mr. Volkov personally selected every piece of furniture in the estate."
Marionette studied the vase for another moment before smiling gently.
"It doesn't suit the room."
She turned toward one of the maids.
"Please replace it."
"Yes, Madam."
The maid carefully wheeled the vase away.
Davina watched the whole exch
