Here's chapter two! It would be really nice if I could see some reviews!
As I walked into work, I could tell the day would be a busy one. Elizabeta Héderváry would be over and Mr. Edelstein always made sure the house was spotless when he had guests. Sometimes I wondered if they still held a flame for each other or if it was merely friendship, but I never thought on it too long. After all, it was none of my business.
I hummed to myself quietly as I washed the dishes, my hands covered in soap and the front of my uniform wet. Washing dishes was something I enjoyed doing, unlike making beds and folding clothes. It was soothing somehow and provided a good end to the day. All the cooks were gone as well as the other maids, so the house was quiet and made everything seem even more peaceful. The soothing sound of Mr. Edelstein playing the piano, no doubt for Ms. Héderváry, added to the atmosphere.
"Ms. Pasello? Are you still in here?" The voice was gruff and belonged to Mr. Phillips, who seemed to dislike me ever since I refused to date his son. "Mr. Edelstein and Ms. Héderváry are requesting some refreshments. Make some tea and finger sandwiches, alright?"
"Yes, sir." I voiced while I set the last dish out to dry. I took the kettle from the cabinet and filled it with water, setting it on to boil as I searched for the tea leaves. Once the leaves were in the kettle, I began my work on the sandwiches. Ham, cheese, and a toothpick through the center and placed on a silver tray. I poured the tea from the kettle into an ornamental teapot that I placed on the same silver tray along with the tea cups. I hoped I hadn't taken too long, but the tea was hot so they shouldn't be too angry if I was.
The piano stopped just as I turned down the hallway, though laughter floated out of the room. They were talking about something, Mr. Edelstein sounding somewhat embarrassed about whatever it was, though their voices were hard to understand. Ms. Héderváry seemed to find it all very entertaining, all smiles and giggles when I walked in. Mr. Edelstein appeared dignified and disinterested, but his cheeks were coated with a light blush.
"Thank you." Ms. Héderváry smiled at me as she poured herself a cup of tea.
"I hope I didn't interrupt anything." I quickly blurted out. "And I hope I didn't take too long making the tea." I felt my cheeks heating up slightly.
"It's fine." The once Mrs. Edelstein replied. "We were having such fun that we hardly noticed." I nodded once before straightening my back, standing to my full height. My back creaked with the strain, causing me to wince slightly. I attempted to rub away the knot that had formed as I walked towards the door.
"Ms. Pasello," I stopped and turned at the sound of that oh-so-familiar voice.
"Yes, Mr. Edelstein?"
"Take tomorrow off." I blinked in confusion, not fully understanding. Take tomorrow off? Mr. Edelstein never told someone to take a day off unless he meant to fire you.
"O-Okay." I was unsure about this. Did he mean to fire me or did he simply mean for me to take the day off? "If I've done anything to displease you, I'm very sorry. I hope you don't hold it against me."
"I'm not firing you, Ms. Pasello." He sounded almost exasperated. Perhaps not at me, but something seemed to be bothering him.
"Alright." I replied and gave him a quick smile. "Thank you Mr. Edelstein. I'll be sure to work twice as hard when I get back." He merely gave a curt nod of the head before turning back to Ms. Héderváry. Taking it as a dismissal, I left for the day.
Sorry it's so short! Next chapter will be longer, I promise. Don't forget to review!