Chapter 3: Prestigious family

We followed the butler timidly, although curious, we dared not touch anything in this house.

Although from the outside this mansion looks very luxurious. But when we stepped inside, we were overwhelmed by the magnificence of this place. All are decorated in a classical style. Everything here makes me think that I just stepped into a castle in some fairy tale.

My mother and I were shown around every corner of the house. Inside to outside from top to bottom. Even the garden outside is not missing a bit. Walking until our legs were tired, we were allowed to sit and rest for a while. I unconsciously looked at the mansion once more.

"It's been a bit rude for me to not introduce myself to you by name. My name is Lucas Alexander and I am the butler of this place, and what's your name?"

"My name is Emma Iowa, and my daughter's name is Vivian Helen."

“Vivian Helen, Emma Lowa? The names are beautiful. But it feels familiar, I seem to have heard it somewhere.”

We looked at each other, then got a little confused.

“The names of me and my daughter are just common. So it's not unusual for him to feel familiar."

The old butler looked at us incredulously and then walked away without saying anything more.

How can we say that my mother and I used to be members of a prestigious family, but then we got kicked out?

After we were able to tour the whole house, we were led by Lucas to the maid's bedroom.

Of course, the room couldn't be compared to the sumptuous rooms of the mansion. But for the maid, we can use this room as a place to sleep, I can see that the owner of this place is a generous person.

"If there's anything you don't understand, you can directly ask me or ask other workers."

“We get it, bothering you all along. I and my daughter don't mind you anymore."

“Don't be polite, that's also my duty. If there's nothing else, I'll go back to my room first. You hurry to pack your things and rest, tomorrow we will start working immediately."

The butler politely bowed and left.

We then went back inside and prepared to rearrange our belongings.

“I feel we are very fortunate to have been accepted to work here.”

“Yes, Mom also considers us lucky. Just now, I heard butler Lucas say, he was also a bit surprised when he heard Mr. James proposed hiring more people. Because the people working here are enough. Not only that, but things like this are never something the master has to personally deal with.”

"I think it's because he was moved by our predicament. That's why he wants to help us get a better job."

I thought to myself, that day if not for the kind Mr. James there to help. Maybe I was assaulted by those men. When I think about it then, my heart still panics.

After folding the clothes, mom was tired and fell asleep. I looked at my mother and then gently pulled the blanket over her and went back to my bed.

That night, I couldn't sleep, but I kept tossing and turning. Perhaps it was because of the strange place that it was difficult to fall asleep even though my whole body is exhausted.

  All day today I was led around the house but did not see Mr. James. I heard Lucas say Mr. James has a wife and a child. However, I have not seen them appear.

The butler also explained more, normally Mr. James is not on a business trip. Even at home, he was only in the room. Mr. James's son rarely went out except when it was necessary. Maybe that's why I feel a bit empty here.

I patted my face, reassuring myself not to think too much. Otherwise, I will have to stay awake tonight because of my miscellaneous thoughts.

I finally gave up, and even though I tried, I couldn't sleep.

I decided to go out for a walk. I tiptoed, then carefully opened the door without disturbing my mother's sleep.

I went out, straight to the garden. In the morning, because I didn't have much time, I still didn't have a chance to look closely. 

Apart from the impressive architecture of this mansion. The thing that impressed me most of all was the flower garden. Even at a glance, it can still be seen that everything here is meticulously cared for. It is enough to see the owner's heart wants to put in this place.

I looked up at the vast night sky. Up there are small twinkling stars. It was as if it was the background for the big and bright moonlight. But anyway, they all create a picture of the sky very splendid. it reminds me of Van Gogh's "Starry Night".

A light breeze blew through my curls as if it wants to play with me. That mischievous breeze also carried the scent of Epiphyllum flowers. Glance up and look at the sky again. Then close my eyes, and take a deep breath to feel this vivid scene with all I have.

Before, when I still lived with that family when I couldn't sleep, I always went to the garden for a walk. I feel more comfortable doing so. Because I thought all my troubles would be swept away by the wind.

Even though I am in a strange place now. But the beautiful scenery here also makes me feel somewhat comfortable.

Suddenly I heard a strange noise. I involuntarily looked toward the source of that sound. I see the window open. I saw a young man sitting on that window sill. I thought that everyone was asleep by now. I do not think there was still someone else, so it startled me a bit.

I step close to that guy unconsciously. Then looking closely to see who that person was, I discovered that the person turned out to be a very handsome young man.

I see every line on that face is extremely delicate. The five senses on that face were as beautiful as a statue.

The short black hair that is covering the angular face looks also very sophisticated. Under the moonlight, that person's face became even more brilliant. Maybe this is the first time I've seen someone with such an outstanding face.

Reflecting on that handsome face was a cold and gentle expression. The sparkling eyes were not inferior to the stars in the sky.