While having a sweet slumber, there were soft knocks on the door. Slowly waking up she gawked her eyes while not being adjusting to the surrounding.
Ohh shit I am at Blake's, it must be their butler who may have come to ask for lunch.
Still in sleep she tried to maintain her balance while opening the door. Stumbling and tired a little she opened the door to see butler waiting for her.
'Miss, Mrs. Blake called upon you for lunch. Please join the table.'
'Sure, I will be down in a moment.'
'Okay. I shall wait upon you.'
She thought that as house is so big she will be in need to find the directions. Splashing some cold water on the face, she hurriedly tied up herself and went out.
'Please show the way.' Emily asked the butler.
He made her descend the trail of the long stairs which were dazzling in the golden light. She saw that Mrs. Blake was already sitting in the dinning hall with another elderly woman around sixty. Emily paced towards the dining hall and greeted the two ladies.
'I am sorry for making you wait.'
'Who is waiting for you!', Claire Tucker uttered.
Not knowing what to say, Emily kept mum and stood still.
Mrs. Blake saw the uneasiness in Emily's eyes and darted her attention towards Claire, 'Claire as a grownup you need to behave. You are not only my cousin but also Tucker family's patriarch. Emily this is my younger cousin Claire. Don't be shy Emily, have a sit. Butler Mo will tell you regarding the schedule in the manor. Please follow the same.'
'Yes Grandma Blake. I am sorry for my behavior and will surely follow the schedule.'
Lunch went in quiet atmosphere, no one spoke a word. Finishing her lunch and thanking for it. She went near arched french window to read a book, rather than disturbing their private talk.
She was about to fall asleep there when she heard noise coming from outside.