Chapter 47. Drastic Change

ISABEL

Amelia burst through the front door, her eagerness to greet Mr. Mulan visible on her face. As Nathan attempted to assist with the luggage, Amelia stepped forward, gently plucking the briefcase from his grasp with a dazzling smile. “Allow me,” She said with a gracious nod of thanks, her gaze fixed on me as she waited for the couple to step out of the car.

In a graceful motion that spoke volumes of her learned respect, Amelia sank to one knee, her posture straight and proud as she spoke. “Welcome home, Mr. and Mrs. Mulan. It’s a pleasure to have you back at the estate,” She said giving them a warm smile.

The gesture was a rare display of deference. As Mr. Mulan acknowledged Amelia’s gesture with a curt nod. She rose to her feet at once and dashed into the foyer.

As we stepped through the doorway, I felt the weight of my mother’s hands resting gently on my shoulders. She suddenly asked, “Were you able to repair your broken shop?”

I paused, consideri