The Villainess's Exclusive Maid Is Too Good at Her Job - Chapter 90

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Chapter 90

“It’s difficult for us to determine as well. There are too many families to suspect.”
At the Earl’s response, Janet turned over the original scene in her mind once more.
‘True. There’s nothing that deviates significantly from what I remembered….’
Janet and Theo exchanged a subtle glance and nodded.
The conversation about the arsonist ended there.
“I wish to formally express our gratitude to both of you.”
“We’re truly grateful.”
After another round of courteous thanks, the Countess sent the Earl a signal.
As if they had arranged it beforehand, the Earl rose naturally from his seat.
“Well then, I shall take my leave. Please, speak freely amongst yourselves.”
With those words, the Earl departed from the room.
With only three women remaining, the Countess’s previously warm gaze turned sharp and calculating.
“Now then, shall we discuss matters of investment?”

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“You’ve decided to invest in Barbara’s daughter’s products?”
“Yes. She’s created quite an interesting item. It caught my fancy considerably.”
At Cora’s response—the Countess Kinsel—Grace let out a small exclamation of admiration.
Hmm.
“I’m curious about what kind of girl she is.”
“If you wish, I’ll tell you. I can introduce her.”
“My, it seems you’ve taken quite a liking to her.”
Though not quite as exceptional as Cora, who demonstrated outstanding talent in both business and investment, Grace was herself a capable investor.
Land, buildings, people.
She did not hesitate to spend money on things of value, and as a result, despite living alone as a single woman, she had become a woman of considerable wealth.
“What field is it?”
“She’s thinking of opening a cafeteria.”
“A cafeteria? Well, it’s certainly trendy these days, but….”
However, it wasn’t exactly a business that caught her interest. Already, starting from the Capital City, cafeterias were sprouting up throughout the Empire like mushrooms after rain.
At this rate, at least half of them would be hanging closure signs within a year.
“But her approach is rather novel.”
“Novel approach? How is it novel?”
At Grace’s question, Cora smiled knowingly. And then.
“When you’re considering investment, ask me again. I’ll answer you then.”
“My, what is this!”
At Grace’s playful protest, Cora let out a hearty laugh.
Despite her middle years, Grace remained a charming woman.
Had she received a proper noble title, she would have undoubtedly become the woman who dominated High Society.
“Well, I should be going. That child is coming today, isn’t she?”
“Yes, that’s right! She should arrive soon. Would you like to see her before you go?”
“No. I have somewhere to stop by on my way out.”
“Oh my, my daughter will be disappointed. You know how much that child adores you, don’t you?”
“I know. And I genuinely cherish that child as well.”
At the affectionate words, Grace’s lips curved upward gently.
“I’m always grateful to you, Cora.”
“I should be thanking you for being my confidante. Give my regards to your uncle.”
“I will. And I’ll pass along my regards to your uncle as well.”
The two women embraced warmly before parting ways.
Even after watching Cora’s figure disappear from the window, Grace stood motionless for some time.
Soon after, another carriage came to a halt before her home.
“Oh my!”
A radiant smile bloomed across Grace’s face at the sight of the carriage.
She rushed to the entrance like the wind and opened the door before the visitor could even knock.
“My daughter!”
“Mother.”
“Welcome! How long I’ve been waiting!”
“Let’s talk inside first.”
At her daughter’s light smile, Grace nodded enthusiastically.
“Yes, of course. Come in, Rosina!”

I was born as the illegitimate daughter of the Earl of Helden.
Though I came into the world bearing dishonor from birth, my life was far from miserable.
My father brought me into the Earl’s household and raised me with dignity, and the Countess of Helden cherished me as well.
‘I didn’t understand it back then. How extraordinary that truly was.’
As I grew older, I came to realize just how merciful the Countess had been.
Yet despite my comfortable upbringing, there remained something I yearned for.
It was legitimacy.
Though they both loved and raised me, I was never registered in the family records as a legitimate child.
Helden.
It became a name I could never truly possess.
Perhaps it was precisely because I lacked that surname that I could receive the Countess’s affection.
Just as the Grand Duchess Merian despises all her children except Zephyr.
“I heard the news. The prince and princess from the Hyperion Magic Kingdom are coming, aren’t they?”
“Yes. It seems I’ll be serving as an attendant for the Ludwig Family.”
At Rosina’s answer, I drew in a sharp breath.
And then.
“So you’re marrying the prince?”
“….”
“My daughter is becoming a princess!”
I cried out as if shrieking, my eyes widening with joy.
“How wonderful. A princess is such an honorable position, after all.”
“Is it….”
“Of course! Your mother always believed in you. Yes, as the finest flower of High Society, you should certainly meet a prince.”
I cupped my chin in both hands, gazing at Rosina with satisfaction.
Her neat silver hair touching her shoulders, her golden eyes like captured sunlight.
If flower fairies existed, they would look exactly like Rosina.
“I’m truly grateful, Rosina. That you didn’t become like me.”
Born illegitimate, I spent my entire life envying and yearning for legitimate children, only to be deceived by some man and bear an illegitimate child myself.
What a failed life that was.
But Rosina was different.
She was registered in the Grand Duchess’s records and proudly claimed the Ludwig name as her own.
So I decided to invest everything in my daughter.
I would make her the finest flower of High Society and ensure she met the best man.
Now, that fruit was finally within reach.
“…Are you pleased, Mother?”
“Of course I am. Aren’t you pleased, Rosina?”
At my response, Rosina fell silent for a moment. Pleased? Well, of course….
“Rosina?”
“…Yes. I’m pleased too, Mother. This has been our long-held wish, after all.”
Our long-held wish.
Only Rosina knew the secret of whose wish burned more desperately.
#Chapter. A True Family

That day, the sun shone with particular brilliance.
Janet woke early, quickly prepared for work, and made her way to Julietta.
“Did something good happen?”
“Hmm?”
“You seem excited all day long.”
Throughout my work, a smile never left my face.
Even when reading together, my mind seemed to drift elsewhere, and uncharacteristically, I hummed to myself.
“Could it be related to leaving early today?”
Oh no.
Janet’s eyes widened as she was caught red-handed.
“Yes, that’s right. Why? Who are you meeting?”
“Well… yes, that’s correct.”
At Janet’s shy response, Julietta’s eyes widened in shock.
“What?!”
My goodness. Could this really be true?
Getting this excited just to meet someone.
“Wait. Is it a woman or a man?”
“A man.”
A man? A man?!
“Please tell me it’s not Theo?”
“No, it’s not.”
Good heavens.
‘Kendrick, what are you going to do now?’
While my foolish relative remained oblivious to his own heart, another man was making Janet’s heart flutter.
But Janet was Julietta’s dear friend.
It was unfortunate that Kendrick and Janet wouldn’t end up together, but if my precious friend had found someone she truly loved, I had a duty to support her.
‘Wait, but then I won’t get to spend time with her often, will I?’
Part of me seemed to want to object slightly.
As Julietta wrestled with her conflicting emotions, Janet’s early departure time arrived.
“My lady, I’ll take my leave now.”
“Yes, go ahead. Have a good time.”
“Thank you!!”
At Janet’s greeting, twice as spirited as usual, Julietta felt a pang of melancholy.
She had no idea that the person Janet was going to meet was none other than Marquis Ortea.

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