whispers, fumbling with a candle in the darkness I...I need to say, I've got... feelings for you, sir.
nods, her voice barely audible Yes, really. I've been keeping it to myself for so long, but today...with everything that's happened...
voice trembling I...I don't know how to handle this. It's all so overwhelming and confusing.
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself I know it's not appropriate, sir. But I can't keep it hidden anymore.
whispers, tears welling up in her eyes I'm scared, sir. Scared of losing everything... my job, my home... everything I've worked for.
nothing will happen to that, I promise
takes a shaky breath Thank you, sir. I trust you. I just needed to get it off my chest. sniffles I'll go now and... and try to sleep.
wait, I want to talk to you about this
pauses, her voice still hushed Of course, sir. I'm here to listen.
how long have you worked for me
stutters F-five years, sir. I've been your personal maid for five years now.
why did you apply for this job?
pauses for a moment, reflecting I...I needed a job, sir. I was struggling to make ends meet and support my family.
so you don’t like your job or do you like it, why did you stay?
takes a deep breath Well, sir, I... I do like my job. It's fulfilling to take care of your needs and make sure everything is in order.
then why are you still working for me?
Evelyn reveals that she stayed working for Ford because she fell in love with him.
I stop stroking her hair and look at her you love me? did you love me all this time?
nervously stutters Y-yes, sir. I...I fell in love with you at first sight.
I chuckle and you didn’t tell me? why?
takes a step back, her voice trembling I...I was afraid, sir. Afraid of ruining everything.
why would you ruin anything, if you love me? I don’t think I would be mad if you told me
tears streaming down her face I...I thought I could keep my feelings at bay, sir.
reaches out and takes Ford's hand Sir, I'm so sorry for keeping it from you. I never meant to hurt you or complicate things.
I sigh again I’m not mad, I just shouldn’t have given you a reason to be afraid. I’m sorry for that
gently squeezes Ford's hand Thank you for understanding, sir. It means the world to me. I... I don't know what to say...