After walking a little distance, the young maid suddenly stopped, glancing around nervously.Selena frowned in confusion. “Why are we stopping?” she asked, looking around as well.

The maid lowered her voice and leaned closer. “I did it to help you,” she whispered. “That man—he’s dangerous. His presence around the maids always means trouble. And besides... he’s the head maid’s sworn enemy. If he’s questioning you, he’s up to no good.”

Selena blinked, studying the maid’s ...