Lovely Expectations

"Certainly, Ladyship." His smile was more assured now. Coming down from the stage to open the door for her. "It was very kind of you to visit. I hope I, and we, will meet your expectations and then some."

Colette started towards the door. As she passed him , her eyes met his as she kept her soft official smile plastered to her face.

"I know you will. I don't want to look for someone new to run the house. If you have any concerns or questions, do let me know. Won't you?"

"Ab-absolutely. Good day, Ladyship." His smile, equally plastered, was less fearful, but no less fragile and fell to the ground in pieces when he closed the door behind her and sunk back against it.