After lunch, with only Tina remaining in Eleanor's chamber, the young maid assumed her lady would nap, as Alger had instructed all the maids before departing for the palace. But instead, Eleanor stood from the bed and calmly requested a change of attire—a simple, inconspicuous dress suitable for sneaking out.
"If you plan to leave again, then take me with you, my lady!" Tina blurted out, her voice laced with worry.
Eleanor blinked at the sudden request and was about to refuse. Having Tina with her would be inconvenient—she'd have to maintain the act of being a fragile, injured noble lady, even outside. She'd be forced to keep the ridiculous bandages on her head, limiting her movements. Not to mention, Tina would witness everything she did.
Could she trust Tina? Would she be able to rely on her maid to keep secrets?
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