Hello darlings! I'm here with the start of Part 2!

Once again, I shall take great thrill in answering the questions from 'A draconequus.' Yes, Sombra died immediately, but I liked his whole 'eye hypnosis' thing…or whatever it's called. FINALLY, someone shares my views on Celestia. She does NOTHING! There are all these threats in Equestria and she just sits on her throne and gets everyone else to fix it for her! Also, I agree, she should have made Fluttershy and Alicorn for reforming Discord. After all, he was this huge threat before she made him turn to the good side. Instead, she made Twilight an Alicorn for just figuring out the end of a spell! How ridiculous! So yes, I am CERTAINLY a Luna supporter. "Luna Republic" forever! Okay, now a few more questions for you, dear. What do you think of Sparity (Spike & Rarity)? Also, have you seen the episode where Fluttershy becomes Flutterbat? I love that episode. After all, I am pretty much obsessed with vampires! They're so utterly awesome! What do you think of vampires?

Phew. That's it.

Enjoy this chapter everyone!

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PART 2

Chapter 1

Babette drew the curtains open, letting sunlight pour into the West Wing. The peace she felt was almost laughable. The once ruined, dreary and tense room had now been brought back to its former glory. Also, like the rest of the castle, the West Wing was now no longer a place of sadness and tears, but of joy and happiness.

Belle, from nearby, inquired. "Babette, may I ask you something?"

Turning to the newly crowned princess, she answered with a smile. "Of course you can mon amie." Despite their difference in rank, Belle and Babette had quickly become friends. When Belle had been rescued from the wolves, the maid had been the one to tend to her wounds. They had talked, and their conversations became more and more frequent and relaxed as time went on.

The princess placed down her book, "I've always wondered something. What was your life like before you came to the castle?"

Babette froze. That was the one question that she had dreaded being asked. Before she had left for the castle, Violet had specifically told her not to let anyone find out about who she really was. As much as she trusted her friend, the maid didn't want to risk her secret accidently falling on unwanted ears. Clearing her throat, she answered simply, "It is not important."

Belle pressed further, "I think it is."

The maid sat down next to her on the edge of the bed. "Mon amie, I am not comfortable discussing it."

Feeling guilty, the princess answered. "Oh, I see. I'm sorry I asked." She could only imagine what her friend may have gone through. Had she been beaten at her old household? Raped? Deciding to change the topic, Belle commented, "It's quite clear I'm going to have to take some time to adjust to this new life. Yesterday, I attempted to help the kitchen servants with preparing dinner. They were all quite confused."

Babette smiled in amusement. "I imagine they would have been."

Belle added, "But I don't think anyone really minded. Adam didn't seem bothered by it, and Lumiére said he was grateful for the help."

The maid nodded, "I see."

Noticing her friend's mood had changed at the mention of the maitre'd, the princess inquired. "Did I say something? Are the two of you in some kind of dispute?"

Babette answered, "No. I barely know him, actually. I only see him for long periods of time at celebrations or in the afternoons when the work is done."

Puzzled by this response, Belle questioned. "But I have seen the two of you together. I assumed he was your suitor."

The maid laughed, "Oh Dieu no. We simply engage in playful flirtation. It does not mean anything." Her eyes flickered to the nearby grandfather clock. Alarm shot through her as she looked at the time. Standing, she excused herself hurriedly, "Pardonnez moi mon amie, but I must leave. I was supposed to have moved on to the halls several minutes ago."

Not wanting for her friend to get into trouble, the princess offered. "If Cogsworth reprimands you, tell him we were talking."

"Oui, merci beaucoup," the maid answered, heading out the door.

OOO

Babette cringed when she heard Cogsworth's voice behind her, "Miss Chamberoux."

Whirling around, her heart quickened in her chest. She had hoped to slip into the group of maids and begin her duties unnoticed. Swallowing the lump in her throat, the maid started. "Monsieur, I was with…"

He interrupted brusquely, "I don't care who you were with, mademoiselle. I'm just glad you decided to do the correct thing and join the other maids."

Babette rolled her eyes, "For your information, I would have joined them earlier, but I was preoccupied. I was speaking with Belle."

At the mention of the young princess, any argument the Englishman was planning to make drained from him. The Head of Household cleared his throat, "Oh. Um, very well then. I…I see you had a good reason to be late after all." Puffing out his chest, he continued in a harsher tone, "Now, get back to work if you please."

The young enchantress went back to dusting the picture frames and suits of armour. As she ran the feathers over the items, her mind began to wander. The conversation she had had with Belle replayed in her mind. Babette knew how lucky she was to have avoided telling her about her past. In a way, it felt wrong. Friends were supposed to be honest with each other, but here she was not telling her best friend her deepest secret.

A high-pitched, female French accent came from beside her. "Babette! Where have you been mon amie?"

The maid knew instantly who had asked without even having to glance sideways. There was no mistaking her soprano voice. "I was with the Mistress, Fifi."

The younger woman flipped her long black hair. "Oh, well that is interesting. Why did you speak with her?"

Babette refused to answer. Fifi was well-known for being exceptionally good at spreading gossip around the castle. In her hands, even the most innocent piece of information could turn into a scandalous rumour.

Mercifully, Fifi's twin sister Marie walked up. "Fifi, what are you bothering her about now? You know Cogsworth will be mad if he catches you slacking off."

As Babette watched Marie herd her sister in the opposite direction, she mouthed a 'merci.' Marie was more responsible than her sister, and was often the saving grace whenever Fifi attempted to get gossip material out of someone.

All of a sudden, Marie hurried back to her. "Babette, I nearly forgot! Could you go and tell Angélique that the decorative flowers she requested will not be here for another month?" She walked away quickly, not giving the maid a chance to answer negatively.

OOO

Walking into the ballroom, Babette's mood instantly soured. She saw a familiar woman standing atop a wooden ladder, fixing one of the curtains. The castle decorator, in her baby-blue dress and with blonde hair cut just below her ear, was easily recognizable. Sadly, she was therefore the first sight the maid was met with.

Babette didn't fail to notice how, when Angélique's pale blue eyes landed on her, she wrinkled her nose in disgust. Her voice was sharp like a knife, "What do you want?"

"I am here to deliver a message," the maid replied, refusing to be intimidated.

The castle decorator made her descent from the ladder. "Make it quick."

Biting back her irritation, Babette answered. "Apparently, the decorative flowers you ordered have been put on a delay…"

"What? For how much longer?" the blonde demanded.

The younger woman replied, "For another month, I am told."

Angélique groaned, "Mon Dieu! What kind of fools are in charge of these things?" she cried. Narrowing her eyes at Babette, she sneered, "Well? What are you still doing in here? Don't you have a floor to scrub?"

Babette lifted her chin, "As a matter of fact, I do. You know, Angélique, in my opinion, it is incredible how a woman so cruel and wicked as yourself can not only find the time to be castle decorator, but also to make sure others are doing as they should." She added sarcastically, "You truly are inspiring."

Angélique snorted and stormed back to her work, muttering several uncomplimentary phrases under her breath.

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Nice Babette! You sure showed her!

Now, I know that 'mean/evil Angélique' may seem shocking to some of you. Especially since nearly every other story has her as being nice. But I really wanted to do something different with this story. What does everyone think of the new Angélique?

The next chapter may be a bit of a wait, as usual. But I hope to see you all soon…and please leave a review.

~Babetteisawesome

P.S: Has anyone seen the teasers for Disney Descendants? I'm so excited for this movie! Oh, and it has Adam and Belle's son! Yay!