The room remained silent after the maid pointed at Selena. Selena stared at her in disbelief. “How dare you accuse me of this?” she snapped. “I never told you to do anything.” The maid shook her head. “You did, my lady.” “You are lying!” “I am not.” Selena stepped toward her. “You made a mistake and now you want to blame me?” The maid looked at the Luna. “I was told to do it.” The Luna’s eyes narrowed. “Are you certain Selena here ordered you?” “Yes, my Luna.” “Think carefully before you answer. Do you understand the seriousness of what you are saying?” The maid nodded, tears running down her cheeks. “I understand. I would never have done this by myself. And I dare not lie in your presence.” Selena laughed bitterly. “She is only saying this because she knows you are angry with

