Chapter 12 - Maria Quits The Harrington Estate In Style
In the spacious mansion kitchen, Maria Alvarez packed her personal belongings into a worn leather satchel.
Margaret walked in unannounced, expecting the housekeeper to have breakfast waiting on the silver service tray.
“Maria, why isn't coffee prepared?” Margaret demanded sharply.
Maria turned around slowly, slipping an envelope containing fifty dollars onto the marble island.
“What is this?” Margaret asked, staring at the cash in utter disbelief.
“That’s compensation for the antique tray you blamed me for breaking last month,” Maria replied steadily.
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“You are speaking to the lady of this house! Have you lost your mind?” Margaret shrieked.
“No, Mrs. Harrington, I finally found my self-respect,” Maria said, sliding her satchel over her shoulder. “And by the way, karma is coming for this house.”
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