It was a small moment, but it felt like a big step forward for the three of us, something that could lead to building a stronger bond.
Kaitlyn immediately looked away, her shy nature showing through once again. I could see that she just needed someone to help her build her confidence, someone to make her feel comfortable enough to talk.
Before I could say anything more, the chief maidservant arrived. She moved quickly, her sharp eyes scanning the area, and we all scrambled to our feet. Everyone went back to their assigned portions, waiting for her inspection.
Morgana walked through each group's portion, making notes in her mind. When she reached us, she gave me an unexpected smile, one that made me uneasy. I couldn't figure out why she was smiling at me like that, but I kept my face neutral, waiting for her verdict.
"Well done," she said after inspecting our work. "You've all done an excellent job today."
