Chapter forty four

The passage was quiet as Annabelle led the way out with the Torchlight in her hand. Lisa followed right behind her, trying to avoid cobwebs from getting in her way.

"How long before we reach the exit?" Lisa asked impatiently.

"Not too long ma'am. But the passage is really long. However, I believe we have already covered quite some distance". Annabelle replied respectfully adding a little bow.

Lisa smiled at her reaction. "You don't have to do that. I am no longer Alex's wife" Lisa said, and Annabelle stopped sharply.

"You may no longer be Young Master's wife but you are still older than I am. And for that, I have to be respectful" replied Annabelle in a calm but low voice. She turned back and continued walking.

Lisa couldn't help but smile even more. She definitely hasn't met a maid as respectful as her. It shows how well-trained she was.

"My mom always taught me to respect my senior. Respect is reciprocal and so I would love for my juniors to respect me too" Annabelle added.

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