Invitation

Hazel turned on the shower, letting the cold water cascade over her body. The chill helped clear her mind, washing away the remnants of sleep and the physical reminders of the previous night. As the water flowed, she took deep breaths, centering herself.

Her thoughts were a whirlwind, but one thing was clear: she had to stay focused on her goal. The encounter with Francisco, while unexpected, was just another step in her plan. She couldn't afford to let her emotions derail her.

After showering, Hazel stepped out of the bathroom and was startled to find Lily in the room, arranging a tray of food. The bite marks on her body were visible beneath her short frock, making Hazel feel self-conscious. She hesitated for a moment before sitting on the bed and glancing at the abundance of food. "It's a lot, Lily. I don't think I can finish it."

Lily smiled broadly at Hazel and replied, "Ms., Master said you need to eat more. And I think Master is not wrong."

Hazel's cheeks flushed with embarrassm