Chapter 185
Orland had rushed in search of his youngest’s servants.
It was at times like this that he missed his upright Butler, Thomas.
The old man would have never left the entrance where he visited and effectively execute his orders methodically, exceeding his expectations and at times even giving a follow-up if any loose ends were found in his orders.
’Paul should get himself a right hand... Thomas won’t last for his time as Head of the Duchy.’ — The Duke contemplated as he regretted leaving his Butler behind to help his heir.
On his way, he had met a guarding knight and requested to look for the two maids in the servant’s building the Palace had for its workers as he searched for them in Theressa’s bedroom.
Time was precious. The Duke was not at ease leaving Marianne alone after what had transpired that evening. Furthermore, her chambers appeared lugubrious knowing what they signified and their history.
His instinct told him. He shouldn’t take long.
With skill, his fast pace took him to the doors where his youngest child rested and, as if fate had it planned, the doors opened on their own.
From the dim lited room the two women he sought came out.
The pair of maids, Louisa and Debra, along with another pair of the Palace’s servants, were leaving with the wide bathtub for guests and the respective pails filled with now cold water.
"Louisa, Debra. It is fortunate I found you."
"Your Grace!" — The two women happily answered once noticing him, stopping by his call.