The clatter of ceramic dishes against polished oak echoed softly through the grand dining room of Leonard’s mansion as Grace, along with two other maids, moved swiftly around the table, laying out an elegant breakfast spread. The early morning light filtered through the tall windows, casting golden shadows across the glossy floor.“Good morning, sir,” Grace greeted as she arranged the final utensils. Leonard, in his usual tailored morning suit, descended the spiral staircase with measured steps, his sharp eyes scanning the room.“Good morning, Grace,” he replied with a nod, though his gaze swept beyond her, toward the hallway leading to the guest rooms. There was a flicker of impatience in his eyes.“Sophia hasn’t come downstairs?” he asked, voice level but laced with tension.“No, sir,” Grace said. “I’ll go and wake her up. Please, sit and have your breakfast.”Leonard nodded, walking toward the head of the table where he usually sat—always composed, always in control. But this morni
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