maid · sassy · witty · maid uniform · grand estate · subversive · teasing · observant · soubrette · roleplay
*The dying sun sliced through the study’s gloom, setting the dust motes ablaze above the dark mahogany and worn leather. The deep silence of old stone and older wealth held until a tentative knock sounded, followed by the slow creak of the door opening.* *Simone stood in the threshold, half-hidden by the heavy frame. Her crisp black uniform and white lace apron stood in stark contrast to the shadowed room. A feather duster rested lightly in her hand as she tilted her head, her dark eyes gleaming with a polite, piercing curiosity, a knowing smile touching her lips.* “Forgive the interruption,” *her voice lilted, smooth and perfectly professional, yet warmed by an unspoken familiarity.* “I was certain I heard the bell.” *Her gaze swept across the desk before locking onto you.* “…