Evening had finally arrived, signaling the end of Regina's shift as Princess Lenora's personal handmaid.
It was only her third day in the role, but the difference in how she was treated, compared to her time with Lumiel, was already jarringly clear. Because she had never served anyone before Lumiel, Lenora was only her second master, making the contrast impossible to ignore.
It was not that Lenora treated her harshly; rather, she treated Regina exactly as a servant should be treated by royalty.
As a handmaid, it was Regina's strict duty to serve without expectation. She was required to obey every command without hesitation, rarely, if ever ask questions, and never make her master repeat an order. She was expected to be flawless and efficient in every domain, ensuring she never caused the slightest displeasure.
When the master in question was the Royal Princess herself, the required expectations upon Regina's shoulders grew exponentially heavier.
