ROSE

I let out a sigh of relief when the door opened, revealing a maid instead of Daniel or his assistant. My heart was still pounding from the close call, the stolen paperwork tucked securely into the back of my pants. I had to think quickly.

"Are you alright, miss?" the maid asked, concern etched across her face.

"Yes, yes, I'm fine," I lied, forcing a smile. "Just feeling a bit lightheaded after my fainting spell earlier."

She nodded sympathetically. "Mr. Prescott sent me to check on you. He was quite worried when you collapsed."

Feigning nonchalance, I waved my hand dismissively. "That's kind of him, but I'll be just...