(POV: Lumiere)
Anastasia's joyful expression faded, and she bowed her head respectfully, greeting Lucretia with a timid "Good morning, Miss Lucretia."
Quietly, Simone, who was standing behind Lucretia, offered me a slight nod— a silent form of greeting.
I acknowledged her greeting with a small nod.
"What're you doing here?"
Lucretia shot a sharp question at Anastasia.
The look on her face was the same as the time she found out who I was.
Not a good look...
In the face of Lucretia's questioning gaze, Anastasia composed herself and explained with utmost respect, "I'm assisting Professor Lumiere in getting a head start on the day."
Lucretia's gaze turned sharp as she turned her attention to Anastasia, disapproval weighing heavily on her words. "Couldn't he do that by himself?" she questioned.
