This morning I was informed that, unless otherwise directed, I would be taking all of my meals in my garret on a tray. Into the dining room I shall not go. Parian delivered the news with noticeable self-satisfaction. I believe my banishment has brought a great deal of joy to his life. I won’t begrudge him it. He is, after all, Cousin Archibald’s valet. Joy must not be easy for him to come by.
