Chapter 13: Another Attempt

The next day I went through my usual routine, my mind elsewhere. I walked around the courtyard and visited Jessica for a little while.

I wasn't thinking about Arthur and figured that since our appointment had been canceled the night before, it would be a while before he wanted to meet with me again.

After dinner, I was hanging out in my room when I heard a knock. That was peculiar.

"Yes?" I called. Who could it be?

"I'm here to help you get ready," one of the maids said. I walked to the door and opened it.

"H-hi," I stuttered.

"Hello," the maid said, waving politely. She stepped into my room just like she had the first night. She began to arrange the room, picking up items and setting up candles.

Arthur was coming tonight!

"Will you always arrive before Arthur and I are going to be... together?" I asked the maid. She smiled and nodded.

"If I don't show up, it means he won't either."

"Good to know," I whispered, mostly to myself.