Chapter 49: Getting Ready for Work

It was early morning when Flora woke up. She was not used to hearing the digital clock provided in the room when it issued its alarm at 3:30 in the morning and was surprised at its loud beeping. Immediately, she flicked on the bedside lamp and looked for the off button on the alarm clock. She sat up and dangled her legs out of the sheets as she coaxed her body to wake up.

The bed had been soft and comfortable, and Flora was quite happy that even the servants’ rooms were provided such luxury, but somehow, she missed the coziness of her old bed in Cardena. It was small and the cushion had become harder, especially in areas where the cotton had clumped together, but it had afforded her restful nights. Somehow, her old bed gave her the safety and security that this new bed could not.

Flora stretched her arms and yawned. She looked across the room and saw Nadi in the dim light, sleeping peacefully while hugging her doll. Flora was glad that her daughter was able to adopt to the new room an