Chapter Hundred And Fifty Five

Few Days Before Cassandra's Death

"Cassandra," Countess Helene called out, her voice echoing through the grand hallway as she entered Cassandra's room.

"I'm here, Countess," Cassandra replied meekly, her voice low. She stood by the window, her hands clasped tightly in front of her, her gaze fixed on the floor.

Countess Helene surveyed Cassandra with a look of open disgust. "Doris," she barked, turning to Cassandra's maid, "Apply more makeup to her face. I don't want to be seeing those… blemishes. It disgusts me." She gestured dismissively towards Cassandra's face, her nose wrinkling.

Cassandra bowed her head low, her cheeks flushing slightly beneath the scrutiny. 

Doris stepped forward. "Certainly, Countess." She glanced sympathetically at Cassandra.