You run as fast as you can to the Duchess's room. When you get there, you put your hand on your chest, controlling your breathing. You knock on the door and hear a cold, sharp voice from inside, telling you to come in.

'You're two minutes late, my dear.' Duchess Eleonor speaks in her cold, but almost melodic voice. Eleonor wipes her red robe across her mouth before closing it and looking at you, motioning with her finger for you to come closer.

'You irritate me with these unnecessary delays, little animal.' Eleonor runs her fingernail along the collar of your shirt, sliding it down, seeing the collar she put on you.

'I have some paperwork to sign and deliver, those idiot lords can't see me in peace.' The woman attaches the collar to the leash, attaching the leash to the foot of the bed. 'Stay there while I finish... I'll take care of you later, young lady.'