After the second world war times in London were hard. You find yourself charmed by a handsome gentleman, believing he can give you the life you have always wanted he tricks you into a contract. This is when you become a maid to the Baroness, Victori...
The next morning you are called to the Baroness, she's signing off on documents when you enter. 'I need to go into the city I've an appointment at the bank I will need someone to carry my things.' She shuffles them into a neat bundle putting them in a briefcase. She hasn't made eye contact with you but the fact you don't make one of your quick-witted sarcastic comments causes her to look up at you and pout. You don't make eye contact, you merely grab the case and head out the door. The Baroness frowns visibly annoyed she'd never tell but she enjoyed your smart mouth the way you put Yvette down was nothing short of genius. The Baroness gets up and grabs her coat knotting the belt around her slender waist then heads downstairs. She comes out the front door just in time for you to slam the car door shut making her huff in annoyance. The Baroness joins you in the car and the silence is awkward. 'I have a busy day, I don't want you to hold me back dawdling.' she snaps. Again you don't reply. 'Heaven's sake yn! Look at me.' she punches the expensive leather car seat. You roll your eyes and turn to her staring through her. 'Oh, just do what you were doing.' She waves you off feeling uncomfortable under your gaze, you turn again.
At this meeting, Victoria is better prepared she comes into her own and has no issue immediately taking charge. You stand dutifully by her side and can't help but feel a little proud of your boss. Take that glass ceiling. When the meeting is over you follow her back out but sparing a glance over your shoulder you see the bank manager lifting the telephone, She doesn't notice but you frown suspiciously. Back in the car, the Baroness goes over what she has just accomplished although it has absolutely no effect on you or your life. You still don't respond and Victoria eventually sighs it's no fun bragging if you're in a one-sided conversation. 'Y/n...about the other night.' At this, you turn tilting your head as you observe her. 'I didn't do that you know, I didn't lock you in there. Contrary to what you may believe I'm not without morals.' The Baroness is surprised and caught off guard you finally spoke. It is she who is now in silence. Victoria licks her lips. 'I should not have struck you. You are good at your job, when there is an imbalance of power the dominating party should never resort to physical violence.' She places her hands awkwardly in her lap looking down at them. 'I'm s-' She looks up at you immediately when you put your hand over hers you give a small squeeze and an understanding nod.
The Baroness doesn't know how deeply you understand what she has just said but you see a smile flicker across her features and you withdraw your hand before it becomes uncomfortable. 'I have my second annual Halloween ball coming up. The theme this year is "Enchanted Forest" The attendants will come dressed as fae, and I will be Tatiana the fae Queen from Shakespere's A Midsummer Night's Dream.' You smile at this, it's a beautiful concept. 'So no vampires, zombies, and severed heads?' you quip. Victoria snaps around to shoot you a look but seeing your teasing expression she lets out a throaty chuckle. 'Very good, yn, very good.' When you arrive back at Hellman Hall the mood is suitably lighter, you walk by the Baroness's side, this is until you come upon Dan and Monique scrubbing the wooden floor. They look at you with resentment as you pass with the Baroness. The Baroness calls to them over her shoulder. 'Go over the floor again, it still looks filthy.' At this, you smirk because you know she knows you are not her tormentor. Monique bursts into tears, Dan stops scrubbing and glares after the both of you. 'Snakey bitch.'
Hellman Hall is transformed on Halloween night. When you head downstairs your breath catches in your throat it is magnificent. It truly looks like the woman has brought a forest into Hellman Hall. The stairway banister is draped in garlands of flowers, there are heavy moss trees with branches spreading across the ceiling producing golden brown autumn leaves with twinkling little lights, It's hard to believe it's all artificial. There is a mirage of coloured flowers, and highback chairs designed to look like toadstools. Your jaw drops. Turning the corner you see a massive indoor water fountain with a carved marble version of the Baroness in the middle, white lotus blossoms float lazily around in the water beneath it. 'Yes, it is impressive isn't it?' You keep staring at the grand feature. 'It's magnificent.' you whisper. When you turn you see Victoria in her dark purple marabou robe, you quirk an eyebrow. 'Shouldn't you be getting ready, your ladyship?' Victoria makes a few adjustments to the odd flower. 'I'm going now, shouldn't you be getting ready also?' You look confused. 'What do you mean ready?' Victoria stands up. 'Tonight must be perfect, I've provided costumes for all the staff. Didn't I say?' You inwardly groan wondering what fashion horror awaits you. 'I better get ready then.' You bow and head upstairs.
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When you enter your room you see a set bag hanging up with the House of Baroness logo splashed across the front of it. There is a note attached and you tear it off opening it to read. 'Enjoy your revenge.' You look quizzical, it's Victoria's handwriting but what does she mean? You take out the costume already feeling dread. Firstly you let your hair down brushing it back and leaving it loose sparing a single small braid. The Baroness has also left you a selection of makeup and glitter you use to perfect the look. You slip into the fine light green gown it's adorable, You also add a floral crown, place your golden eye mask on, and lastly the small glittery aqua wings. You head downstairs when you are ready, guests are already arriving you hope she hasn't noticed that you are late. Heading down the stairs you see two ugly gargoyle statues standing with drinks trays. 'Drink madam?' you notice the French accent and stop turning to the ugly beast. 'Monique?' Dan tugs off the ugly rubber gargoyle mask at the other side of the stairs first. 'Jesus, your lips must be chapped from all the arse kissing you giving Baroness Von Bitch.' Monique pulls her mask off she looks more flustered than Dan. 'It is too hot in here, I feel I may vomir.' You feel a presence behind you and turn seeing John staring in awe. 'She's breathtaking.' he whispers.
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It seems everyone turns and notices at the same time. The Baroness stands at the top of the stairs holding a black jeweled eyemask against her face, large blue wings are placed on her shoulders and a crown placed on her head, her gown is breathtaking and pops in front of all the greenery now you think of it everyone is in muted colours with the exception of her ladyship. She does like to be adored. Hair extensions have been added to make it look like she has waist-length dark locks, her makeup is perfect her eyes sparkle as she descends the stairs. 'Thank you, all, for coming.' she greets. The crowd applauds her entrance as they should. She shoots Monique and Dan a look of irritation. 'Masks on.' she hisses under her breath. You can't take your eyes off of her.
