SOPHIA’S POV
MAID TO MISTRESS: JACE THORNE’S BRIDE EXPOSED AS EX-SERVANT AND EX-LOVER TO HIS FATHER.
The headlines were boldly written. It was sent out by a popular blog that confirmed its verified news.
My hands trembled.
This couldn’t be happening. Not today of all days.
Soon, everyone was on their phone and making side eyes at me. Beverly looked like vinegar was forced down her throat.
“It’s just a rumor. Get back to work,” Beverly said.
They started whispering amongst themselves. Some felt bad while others were judging.
“I said get back to work. Except you don’t want to get paid,” Beverly snapped and everyone returned to their spots.
I couldn’t breathe.
My skin was cold.
The silence around me was deafening.
The makeup artist avoided my eyes while she powdered my c
