A middle-aged woman in a classic maid uniform stepped forward and bowed slightly.
"Welcome, Duke. I am Alicia, head maid of the estate. Please feel free to call on me for anything."
Himeros gave a simple nod of acknowledgment.
Still flustered, I quickly pulled my head away from her chest, trying to reclaim at least some dignity.
"Show me where my wife and I will be staying," Himeros said calmly.
My eyes widened in disbelief.
"Wife? When did I become—"
Before I could finish, she placed a finger gently on my lips, silencing me with a knowing smile.
Alicia turned toward me with a polite, practiced smile. "Welcome, Duchess. It's an honor to serve you. Please, follow me and I'll show you to your chambers."
I stared blankly, completely thrown off Duchess? Me?
Before I could protest, Himeros wrapped an arm around my waist again and grinned.
I couldn't even process how fast things were moving. One moment I was trying to escape her, and now… apparently I had a title and a room?
