A girl wearing a dress covered in frills appeared behind William. She looked at Benjamin with bright, intelligent blue eyes.
“Hello, Olivia.”
“Hello, Benjamin.”
Behind Olivia stood her nanny. Jacqueline gave her a light nod, which the nanny returned with a polite smile.
Benjamin turned his gaze to William and, as if reciting a rehearsed line, spoke fluently.
“William, could you prepare refreshments in the greenhouse? I’d like to have tea time there with Olivia.”
“Yes, young master.”
They immediately headed to the greenhouse. Late spring, nearing summer, carried a gentle warmth in the air. It was slightly hot, but not enough to be bothersome.
Betty set out the refreshments on the table. Olivia, already familiar with the routine, ate cookies and drank lemonade. Even so, she kept glancing at the maids, as if checking when they would leave.
Olivia whispered so only Benjamin could hear.
“You didn’t forget your…
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