The news caught Millie off guard. She was expected to toil daily to counterbalance her accommodations and meals.

Celeste signaled to one of the servants. Shortly after, the servant placed a cleaning cloth in Millie’s hand, giving her a look of sympathy.

“This is a duster. The villa requires a thorough cleaning tonight. We appreciate your efforts.”

“Hasten up with your work; don’t you wish to sleep?” After her remark, Celeste got up and headed to the bedroom.

Millie was at a loss for words, but she had no rebuttal. Indeed, she had been living and eating here.

Turning to the two servants beside her with sorrowful faces, Millie conveyed her regret.

my actions resulted in

alright, Mrs. Thomas. We can still find work

victim of circumstance. The tasks that once required two of

Millie massaged her aching shoulders and glanced at the clock. It was nearing midnight. If she didn’t pick up the pace, she would struggle

Millie began to clean with urgency. She needed to wake

room, two rooms, three rooms… Millie was so exhausted that she could doze off standing up. Rubbing her sore legs, she finally

noise, Marcus glanced at Millie as she entered. His sharp eyes widened in surprise at the sight of Millie, attired in

she impersonating

avoided Marcus’ gaze and moved directly to the bookshelf, wiping them down rapidly. This was

financial guides, global history texts, and astronomy books, each as voluminous

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