The morning light poured through the stained glass windows of the grand entryway.
Victoria adjusted the sleeves of her expensive silk gown while looking in the mirror.
She took pride in maintaining total control over every single person working in her home.
The mansion sat high on a hill overlooking the wealthiest neighborhood in the state.
Every surface was covered in custom polished marble and rare imported granite.
Victoria felt that her high status allowed her to speak down to anyone she wanted.
An older woman stepped out from the kitchen area carrying a wooden broom.
She wore an oversized grey wig and thick glasses that covered half her face.
Her faded uniform looked far too old for such a luxurious house.
She kept her head lowered as she swept near the base of the staircase.
Victoria watched the maid with a look of pure disgust on her face.
She stepped closer to the middle of the bright foyer with heavy steps.
Victoria: You missed a spot near the bottom step again today.
Clara: I am sorry, ma'am, I will clean it up right away.
Victoria: You have been making too many mistakes since you started working here.
Clara: I am doing the very best job that I can do.
Victoria did not care about the explanation and scoffed out loud.
She noticed a heavy bucket filled with dirty water sitting nearby.
Without warning, she grabbed the handle and lifted it off the floor.
She swung the bucket forward with all of her force toward the worker.
Cold water splashed across the foyer and soaked the woman completely.
The floor became drenched instantly as water pooled across the white marble.
Clara stood perfectly still as water dripped down her face and clothing.
She slowly wiped her eyes while breathing in a very deep breath.
She did not scream or cry out in fear like Victoria expected her to.
Instead, Clara raised her head and looked straight into Victoria's eyes.
The silence in the grand hallway became extremely heavy and cold.
Victoria suddenly felt a strange chill run all the way down her back.