Chapter 46 Of course . With a temper like Valerie's , there was no way she'd ever let Sonia get away with trying to sabotage her in secret . So this was the trap she had laid . Kieran finally realized why Magnus once said Valerie was the best at playing devious little tricks . Noah , who'd been compelled to call every man in the room " Daddy " , reminded Sonia , " Let's be clear that if you join the game , you must stick to the rules . " As the owner of The Golden Chalice , Lucius hadn't checked what was hidden in the mystery boxes , but he knew the staff would never plant something that involved kneeling or bowing . He studied Valerie thoughtfully , while she twirled her pen as usual . Sonia tugged lightly at Lucius ' sleeve and said , " Mr. White , should I really kneel to her ? " Rumors were going around that she was his lover , so surely he wouldn't want her on her knees before Valerie in front of everyone . He glanced at her and said , " Noah called each of us ' Daddy , ' Dale downed a whole bottle of wine , and Ms. Zinger barked like a dog . Do you think you get to skip yours ? " His implication was clear - he wasn't going to protect anyone . So , under everyone's gaze , Sonia dropped to her knees . Valerie sat with such unshakable poise that in that moment , Sonia did look like a maid groveling at a queen's feet . Even Noah couldn't help but wonder how someone with such a powerful presence could be the same country bumpkin everyone assumed she was . Off to the side , Kieran stirred the pot and added , " Don't forget the line , Ms. Woodward . You still owe her a ' My Queen . " " Grinding her teeth in hatred , Sonia forced the words out . " My Queen . " Valerie nudged her chin upward with the tip of her shoe . " A maid who dares speak to her lady with that tone deserves at least 30 whips . " Kneeling on the floor , Sonia had never felt more humiliated . She turned to Lucius pleadingly , but he leisurely crossed his legs and ignored her shame . Kieran idly turned the string of beads on his wrist , enjoying the spectacle . Swirling his glass of red wine , Noah couldn't help sneaking glances at Valerie . Her mix of Chapter 46 dominance and unpredictability had captured his attention . 2/2 When Sonia couldn't take the humiliation anymore , she tried to stand , only for Valerie to shove her back down before she could make a move . " Ms. Woodward , it's clearly stated on the note that you must be submissive and respectful . " Suppressing her rage , Sonia hissed , " What more do you want ? " Valerie's foot went to her shoulder . " A maid who talks back to her lady is a bad maid . " " You're taking this too far , Valerie , " Naomi said when she finally decided she couldn't take it anymore . Valerie shot her a look . " It's just a game . Can't you handle it ? " The retort left Naomi speechless . She turned to Dale for backup , but he was already passed out drunk . Seeing Sonia's dignity crushed , Lucius felt a flicker of pity and spoke up . " Since it's just a game , perhaps that's enough , Ms. Collins . " Oh , so you do feel sorry for her . Just say it , Mr. White . I'll give you that much respect , " Valerie replied as she feigned a look of realization . When Lucius stayed silent , she grabbed Sonia and whispered at a volume only the two of them could hear , " Next time you try a sneak attack , think twice about the consequences . Everyone who knows me knows that I have a terrible temper . " It was the worst day of Sonia's life . Not only had she lost dignity in front of Valerie , but she'd also turned into a laughingstock . After the warning , Sonia eagerly shoved the large container at Valerie . " Your turn . " She wouldn't be the only one humiliated tonight . She had to see Valerie make a fool of herself , too . Chapter 47 Chapter 47