Suddenly
A calm, elegant voice broke the tense atmosphere.
"My, my, Young Master."
Everyone turned.
Standing there with her arms neatly crossed in front of her was Mrs. Erinette.
The always-formidable, always-poised head of the household maids.
"A-Ah… Mrs. Erinette!"
Liana and Gloria instantly straightened, bowing perfectly with disciplined manners.
"Ah… Erinette..."
Javier muttered awkwardly, scratching the back of his head.
Smack!
A sharp slap landed squarely on his forehead.
"Ouch!" Javier yelped, rubbing his head.
Mrs. Erinette's eyes narrowed slightly, but she kept her gentle, professional smile.
"Young Master, don't forget..."
"You may be Lord Garius's son… but I serve only Lord Garius personally."
"And I'm responsible for managing all the maids and training them properly."
Javier nodded quickly, standing up straighter.
"Ah… okay, Mrs. Erinette."
She then glanced sideways at Mimi and Delya, who both froze under her steady stare.
