What is it, kid? Its not like Im in a place where Im not allowed. Why are you acting so shocked?
In response to the sour answer, I froze solid.
No, hold it right there!
Cant he please be considerate to this helpless and poor maid by contacting in advance when he visits?
If soone like the Duke of Rochester suddenly cos to visit, my heart will fail!
By the way, I ca to see her Majesty, the Empress. Where is she?
Oh, shes not here right now. She said she was going to et the maids of other palaces.
Then the Duke looked down at with a subtle face.
You an Her Majesty will visit them in person? Cant we call the maids to the empress?
Oh, she said she wanted to check personally how things are going at least once.
Really? Thats just like her.
Even if he hid his emotions, the Duke, who was a fool for his younger sister, could not hide his delighted smile.
I posed a question to the Duke as I quickly concocted an idea.
Um, would you mind waiting in the parlor? Or should I tell the empress that the Duke stopped by?
Giving him two options, I prayed and prayed in my heart that the Duke would choose the latter.
Of course, the Dukes choice had already been decided though.
Ill wait in the parlor, replied the Duke.
Okay, Ill accompany you.
Sigh.
To hide any sagging of my shoulders, I raised my shoulders and gave them strength.
At that ti, I was walking ahead of the Duke at a brisk pace.
Sothings different.
Pardon?
The Duke had suddenly called .
As I glanced back, the Duke of Rochester was looking at with a sharp gaze.
Youre speaking properly now.
Ah, yes.
Yes, I really am speaking properly now.
I finally graduated from being short-tongued.
I smiled happily with pride.
However, the Duke soon had a change in tone, his face beca serious.
Dont be mistaken.
What?
Dont think Ill outright complint you over and over again, otherwise how could I recognize your accomplishnt as extraordinary, understand?
No, who asked for that? I sure didnt but I just nodded my head.
I guided the Duke to the parlor with a determined face.
Lets not make a mistake this ti.
The last ti the Duke visited the Empresss Palace, I made a mistake while pulling the trolley.
This is my chance to make up for the impression of that the Duke has devalued.
I dragged the trolley into the parlor, being cautious not to make any mistakes.
The Dukes intrigued gaze followed .
Im generous, so I wont be disappointed if you make another mistake this ti.
Thats not going to happen.
I gritted my teeth and answered.
At that, the Duke chuckled.
Whats so funny? Am I funny?
I was unaware that I had been staring at the Duke and as soon as the Duke noticed staring at him, I was taken aback.
The Duke had wanted to question why Charlize had been looking at him for an uncomfortable amount of ti but chose to let it go.
Alright, carry on. said the Duke.
Fortunately, the Duke didnt seem to care too much about staring even though its considered rude behavior, thought Charlize internally.
I set tea and refreshnts on the table, being careful not to make any noise.
Placing the teaspoon and sugar bowl ever so gently, not the slightest of sound was made.
Okay, perfect!
Taking a step back, I looked at the table completely satisfied.
Do you want a cup of black tea? I asked the Duke.
Sure.
After I brewed the black tea, I poured the tea into the teacup, taking care not to splash the tea.
The Duke had been watching the whole ti, his face now expressed surprise. He definitely didnt expect this.
By so way, youve managed to show that theres a maid in you yet.
Excuse , Im the maid who rolled for the longest ti at the education center.
I did my best but sohow thats his only comnt?
If he was impressed by then he should say it as he ans it.
I closed my eyes and breathed slowly to recollect my thoughts.
How can his every word be so annoying?
I opened my eyes.
The Duke lifted the teacup in a picturesque motion and took a sip from the teacup.
He did it in such an attractive way, even I, who had seen the beauty of the century such as Damian and the Empress, was a little star-struck.
Wow!
At the sa ti, I stiffened my shoulders.
Our gazes were locked with one another, I couldnt help but be captivated by his looks.
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