chapter 79

CHAPTER SEVENTY NINE

ELARA

"Constance postponed the maid installation to a week later," Lucy informed me over the phone.

My mouth opened. I was a bit shocked, but my shock was soon replaced with a smirk. I knew exactly why she shifted the maid instalment. I was sure that the only reason Constance postponed the maid instalment was because she was still busy trying to find out who was behind the threat.

She must be so paranoid by now. I was sure that Edwin as well was conflicted since he had two things to bother about.

"It's fine, Lucy," I said, still smirking. "Just keep me updated."

"Yes, ma'am."

After hanging up, I decided to supervise the preparation of general dinner, which was happening today.

Immediately when I walked into the kitchen, all the maids bowed down before me in greeting. They had already cooked a few pots and were cooking the last set.

"Where do I start?" I asked the head maid.

She didn't respond. I wasn't asking her so that she would. She only smiled, and I qui