As I lingered in the plush bathrobe, the head maid broke the silence between us, her voice gentle but firm.
"Follow me, I have something prepared for you downstairs."
I hesitated, curiosity getting the better of me, and asked what it was, but she was already gliding away, her footsteps silent on the opulent floor. I trailed behind her, my eyes fixed on her elegant back, wondering what lay ahead. The soft bathroom slippers made barely a sound as I followed her down to the dining room, where a sumptuous feast awaited.
My eyes widened as I took in the spread before me. Delicacies I had only ever seen on TV or in movies adorned the table, alongside dishes I had never even heard of. The aromas wafting from the plates were heavenly, but my excitement was tempered by caution. Was this a blessing in disguise, or a trap? I couldn't shake off the feeling that I needed to be careful.
As I scanned the room, I noticed another ten maids standing at attention, empty plates before them. The head maid seemed to sense my confusion and reassured me,
"Don't worry about them, they're just doing their job. Please, sit and eat."
I hesitated, unsure if I should indulge in this lavish spread.
"Am I supposed to eat all this?"
I asked, and she smiled,
"Eat as much as you want, and we can bring more if you'd like."
I felt like I had stumbled into a dream world, where everything was perfect and plentiful. But my instincts warned me to be cautious. What if the food was poisoned? I couldn't bring myself to take a bite, no matter how enticing the dishes looked. I sat down, my eyes fixed on the plates, my mind racing with questions and doubts.
As I sat at the table, my discomfort palpable, the head maid seemed to sense my unease. She nodded to the ten maids standing at attention, and they began to move in synchrony, each one cutting a small portion from every dish on the table. They then proceeded to eat the samples, their expressions serene, as if savoring each bite. I watched in fascination, unsure what to make of this peculiar ritual.
The head maid noticed my confusion and offered an explanation,
"We always do this to ensure the food is safe for our guests. It's a precautionary measure to put your mind at ease."
Her words brought me relief, and I felt a weight lift off my shoulders.
With my doubts assuaged, I dug in with gusto, indulging in the delectable spread before me. The flavors danced on my palate, and I couldn't believe my eyes - I had devoured the entire table's worth of food. The head maid, seemingly unfazed by my gluttony, asked if I desired more. I stood up, feeling a tad embarrassed, and assured her that it was unnecessary, acknowledging that I had overindulged.
Unbeknownst to me, the mysterious man had been observing my antics from above the stairs, a knowing smile spreading across his face as he watched me savor each bite. He was likely on a phone call, but his attention was fixed on me. Satisfied with what he saw, he retreated from view, leaving me none the wiser.
Hours later, my uniform was immaculately clean and pressed, smelling fresh and crisp. I donned the familiar attire, feeling a sense of comfort and normalcy wash over me. As I prepared to leave, I thanked the head maid for her kindness and inquired about the enigmatic man who had brought me to the mansion. The head maid's smile was knowing, but she revealed little, saying,
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