After giving them a brief introductory speech, Maria entrusted the maids to Julia. Previously, Lucia had overseen everything for Maria, but now Lucia had taken on the role of head maid and was managing all the servants in the castle. She was also temporarily handling some of Maria’s duties due to her pregnancy. Therefore, all matters concerning Maria were now left to Julia, who, besides Lucia, was the most experienced.

Julia had also matured over the past two years, becoming a competent personal maid. She had no problem leading the six younger maids.

The young maids were told they would be taking care of Maria until she gave birth, after...