Jade’s pov:

Knocking on Paulina’s door, I held my breath. My muscles were taught with anticipation. Just as I began to wonder if this was a good move, she opened her door before I could backtrack.

Her eyes, rather dull, brightened up at the sight of me.

“Hello, mistress,” she let out softly, a smile stretching her lips.

“Jade is fine, you know?” I retorted with a smile of my own.

“I could never,” she shook her head negatively, and I had to repress a sigh. ...