~VIOLETA knock sounded at my door.I stopped pacing and instantly went to pull it open. A maid was standing there, carrying a tray of the cupcakes just as I had requested."Ma'am," she said with a small bow."Thank you."I took the tray from her and walked out of my room. I headed straight for Axel's room and knocked twice."Who is it?" He demanded in a voice that sounded irritated."I— it's me, Violet," I stuttered.My nervousness began to grow but I pushed aside. I was doing this for my future. If I didn't please Axel enough, then he could forget me.I had to constantly remain in his favor. "Oh, come in," he answered.I pushed it open and walked in, only to find him laying on his bed, phone in hand, dressed in pajamas."I— I brought you some cupcakes. I heard you like banana cakes," I began.His eyes shot to me for the first time and he suddenly sat up. "I thought I smelt something nice." He smiled and patted the spot beside him. "Come sit."My heart warmed instantly and I felt my
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