CHAPTER 48

(RHEA'S POV)

"Daisy, I’m not—” I started, trying to explain that I was fine. But Daisy's worry was too overpowering, and she wasn’t hearing a word I said.

She lifted her head, blinking at me with a look that said she had everything under control.

"Rhea is a loyal maid who always strives to fulfill her duties. The head maid constantly relied on her, often choosing Rhea to handle the tasks others found too difficult," Daisy began, her voice steady as she came to my defense.

There was a spark in her tone that struck something deep within me. I knew Daisy had always been by my side during my time at Glorywayne Manor, but I hadn’t expected her to stand up for me so boldly.

“Even though she might not seem like it at times," Daisy continued, a sly smile forming, "She always wears that ‘head empty’ look, making her appear distracted. But trust me, Alpha Atlas, it’s only because she’s sleep-deprived!”

My lips twitched at the sharp turn in her words. Where was she going with this?

“She may seem