Chapter 106: Blame (2)
Annalise was quick to open the carriage door the moment the carriage stopped at the steps of Rafael’s manor. She hopped outside and continued to hold it out for him.
Rafael got out not saying a word to Annalise as he went inside. He had already told her on their way home that she was free to do as she wanted until dinner because he had matters to take care of.
Annalise went back inside the carriage to get the fruits and vegetables Beatrice had given her along with the pastries she had packed up. She would share the treats after dinner and bring Cara to her room to enjoy a fruit or two.
"I am finished," Annalise said after she closed the carriage door so the coachman could take the carriage off to be parked and cleaned if needed.
"Welcome back," Edwin greeted her by the door. "I was informed that you are on break while the young master speaks to his knights. Be mindful to be at his door before and after dinner. You will need to prepare his hot water for his bath. You seem to have done well today, Annalise."
"Thank you," Annalise said. It felt good to have someone acknowledge she was doing a good job after the days of her being scolded. She planned to remain Rafael’s maid when this Delilah issue will be over with. "I am going to my room to put these down."
"These must be gifts from the lady Beatrice," Edwin said, looking down at the basket. "They are often good so enjoy all of them."
"Oh, you’ve been by her home to get-"
Edwin cleared his throat to interrupt Annalise. He did not want to speak about secretly meeting Beatrice. As her best spy, no one should know that he frequently visits her home. "I need to refill the water in the young master’s study. Excuse me."