Chapter 69

I watched as Freya nodded meekly and scurried off, clearly intimidated by my authoritative tone. Managing the palace staff was proving to be a challenging task, one that required constant vigilance. Despite the difficulties, I was determined to maintain order and fairness in my household, especially with Celeste's imminent arrival.

As Astrid began cooking and Freya started cleaning up the kitchen, I observed them closely, ready to address any shortcomings in their work.

"Astrid, make sure to stir the soup more frequently," I instructed, gesturing towards the pot on the stove. "And Freya, be more careful when you wipe down the counters. There's still a bit of grime left over there!"

Both women nodded obediently, clearly intimidated by my scrutiny. Frustration gnawed at me as I noticed recurring mistakes in their tasks, despite my corrections.

"Will you please be d