Chapter 48

Chapter 48

Lucy stood still and thought.

The Dowager Duchess is here?

This building had always belonged to the duchesses, so it wasn't strange for her to be here.

But Gorgo had mentioned something earlier.

The west annex is empty now.

The Dowager Duchess was supposed to be living in another building.

So she came all the way here on purpose.

She must have had a reason.

And that reason was probably why Lucy had been brought here as well.

Lucy quietly looked at Clara.

"M-My Lady."

"..."

"It looks like the Dowager Duchess is outside..."

As Clara hesitated, Lucy blinked and asked,

"Should I go greet her?"

Clara answered,

"Yes... I think that would be best, my lady."

"..."

"If people find out you were here and didn't greet her, the Dowager Duchess may become displeased..."

She didn't bother pointing out that, judging by the voices outside, the Dowager…