"Ah-choo!" Wiping her nose with a handkerchief, she swore.
It was already morning of the Lovers' Night ball and she had to work in this cold.
"What I wouldnt do for a cup of coffee…"
She yawned again, slapping her cheeks to wakeup.
The estate had transformed greatly in the past weeks. Overgrown gardens were now neatly trimmed with symmetrical hedges and blooming flower beds. The grand hall sparkled with polished marble floors, new chandeliers, and fresh tapestries.
Hurrying back to the warmth of inside, she shut the door behind her.
"My lady "
"My Lady"
Several newly hired hands bowed low as they passed.
"More candles along the garden paths," she called out, checking her list. "Dola!"
"My lady?"
"Make sure the musicians have the romantic pieces ready for the later dances. Masks for the midnight hour, as planned."
"Yes, my lady!"
