The Black-haired Noblewoman, Who Disguised Herself, Seems To Have Been Doted On While Serving As The Caretaker For The Duke Who Dislikes Women - Episode 28

A few weeks after accompanying the inspection of the welfare facility, each day at the Harrington estate went smoothly.

As usual, my job is to clean the mansion and take care of the furnishings along with Amanda and the other staff, but since that day, I have occasionally been tasked by Duke Harrington with doing a simple cleaning of his office.

And then, while I was cleaning around the desk as instructed, I was asked to help sort some documents. Since then, I have gradually had more opportunities to take care of the Duke’s needs. It was just little things like, “Sorry, but could you get that jacket over there for me?” or “Michelle, sorry, but could you put this stack of documents on that case over there?” But compared to when I first came here, it felt like he was letting his guard down a lot more

One time, while I was cleaning around the garden, Mr. Curtis happened to come by and said this to me.

“It seems like Lord Lloyd really likes Michelle. You know, he hardly ever lets anyone into his office or his private quarters. Especially not women. He was always worried that if he let a woman in, she might fall for him and start snooping around out of curiosity. He’s had a lot of trouble with that kind of thing in the past, so he was really strict about it. But the other day, he said he actually needs a woman’s touch sometimes. He said it really helps because they pay attention to the little details. Well, I don’t mean to brag, but I can

It is true that I felt relieved by those words and thought it was good if I was being of help. However.

On the other side of Curtis, who was laughing heartily with a bright smile like the sun, with his hands clasped behind his head, Amanda, holding a broom, was staring at us intently. Her expression was very concerning—slightly lonely and anxious…

When Amanda met my gaze over Mr. Curtis’s shoulder, she hurriedly averted her eyes and resumed cleaning around the flower bed.

Could it be that Amanda-san… is thinking about Duke Harrington…?

If that’s the case, hearing such a story would be painful. My hidden feelings might just be a nuisance to the duke…

In front of me, Amanda always shows a kind and gentle smile, but I couldn’t insensitively ask her, “Do you like me?” and I began to feel a bit troubled.

A few days later, I saw the Duke of Harrington leaving the morning mansion. As usual, Mr. Curtis was with him. The duke glanced over here, so I hurriedly approached and greeted him. There was something I wanted to ask.

“Good morning, Your Grace.”

“Ah. Good morning.”

“Um, it seems the doctor came by last night… um… how is your injury?”

Yes. Last night, after the Duke of Harrington returned to the mansion, the doctor made a house call. It’s been about a month and a half since the Duke had his right arm in a cast. I wonder if he’s getting any better. After all, he got injured while protecting me, so I can’t help but worry.

Noticing my feelings, the duke gave a small laugh and answered in a quiet voice.

“It’s okay. The progress is going well, and it seems like the cast can be removed in about one or two weeks.”

“Wow, is that so…? I’m glad.”

“There were a few other places where my bones were messed up, but they say everything seems fine now. Well, of course, I still can’t push it too hard.”

“Curtis. Enough with the unnecessary things.”

Oh, there are a few other places too… The injuries were that serious…

When we first arrived here, the duke would occasionally frown, so I thought he must be in pain.

Regarding the duke, who doesn’t blame me at all for causing such a terrible injury, feelings of guilt and gratitude well up within me.

The duke, seeing my expression, smiled even more gently than usual.

“I’m going to be late again tonight. Do your best today without overdoing it.”

“Yes. Have a good day, Your Grace.”

To my conscious and cheerful response, Mr. Curtis said with a nonchalant face.

“I’ve been thinking for a while now, but since you’re already one of the servants here, wouldn’t it be better to call you ‘Master’ instead of ‘Duke’?”

“Ah, I see. Yes. Please take care, sir.”

I see, I thought so too, so I immediately corrected myself.

My husband gazed at me for a brief moment.

“Ah”

He said it softly and left the mansion.

“I see. That’s great, isn’t it, Michelle? You must be relieved that your husband’s arm is healing well.”

In the afternoon, while I was having lunch and taking a short break in the employee cafeteria, I reported to Amanda about this morning, and she was pleased as well.

“Yes! Really… If your arm doesn’t return to normal, I was prepared to work as your right arm for the rest of my life… because…”

Ah…

I accidentally let those words slip out and immediately clamped my mouth shut. If it sounds like I want to be by your side forever, it might make Amanda feel uncomfortable…

While I am overthinking things, Amanda is sitting next to me, giggling happily.

“Hehehe. Oh, Michelle. Working as my right-hand person, it’s just like having a capable aide.”

“Ah, haha. That’s true. Well, it was meant literally, though.”

Thank goodness… It seems like they don’t really care.

I can’t read Amanda’s true feelings. While thinking that, we left the cafeteria and headed back to work.

When I passed by the entrance hall, a guest had just arrived. It was a young woman. The housekeeper was talking to her about something.

Wow… What a glamorous person…

The woman, dressed in a dress as lustrous and vivid as a deep crimson rose, wore bright red lipstick that matched the color of her dress and had fiery red eyes. Her elegant blonde hair, reaching down to her waist, shimmered as if it were alive and was tightly curled in perfect vertical spirals, as if painted. Her sharply pointed high nose and the downturned corners of her bright red lips exuded an intimidating presence that could make anyone hesitate.