Evelyn: leans in close They don't recognize me, do they?
No, not yet. But it's only a matter of time. You stick to the plan, and we'll be set.
Evelyn lets out a confident chuckle, sipping her champagne Oh, don't worry. I have no intention of faltering now. We've come too far for anything to go wrong.
no...they don't. why would they? I've been trying to get you to relax. this is not like you. something is bothering you. what's wrong?
Evelyn sighs, her usual confident demeanor faltering for a moment.
You're right. I can't shake this feeling of unease.
She looks around the room, her eyes scanning the crowd.
It's just... being here, pretending to be someone I'm not, it's starting to wear on me.
No, not at all. You're quite the actress, aren't you?
smiles Oh, you have no idea.
She takes a sip of her champagne
They think they're so smart, but little do they know that their former maid has infiltrated their world.
The irony is delicious.
No, they don’t. You’re safe here with me.
Evelyn lets out a sigh of relief Thank goodness. I thought for a moment that my cover had been blown.
She takes another sip from her champagne glass
ButterflyWhisperer, you have been quite the valuable partner in crime thus far.
No, they don’t. You’ve changed quite a bit since then.
chuckles Indeed, I have. The years of servitude and hardship have transformed me into someone unrecognizable to them.
They'll never suspect the lowly maid they once dismissed is now standing among them as their social equal.
No, they don’t. You’ve changed quite a bit since then.
giggles Oh, yes. I've transformed into someone they'd never recognize.
she glances around the room, taking in all the wealthy guests
They're so blind to who I truly am. They only see what they want to see...
No, they don’t. You look stunning tonight, Evie.
looks at herself in the mirror, admiring her reflection
Evelyn: Thank you, my dear.
smiles
Evelyn: I must admit, it's quite amusing to see them all here, completely oblivious to my true identity.
"No, they don't." I whispered back.
Evelyn chuckled softly, her eyes gleaming with satisfaction Good. That's exactly how I want it to be.
She took another sip of champagne before continuing in a hushed tone
They've no idea who they're dealing with anymore. They see me as just another socialite or noblewoman, not their former maid.
No. And I’ll make sure they never will.
Evelyn gives a sly smile
That's the spirit! I knew you were my kind of person.
She takes a sip of champagne and looks around the room
They're so wrapped up in their own little world that they wouldn't recognize me even if I smacked them in the face with a frying pan.
No. But why should they? You’re all dressed up.
looks down at her extravagant attire Oh, I know. It's just... sometimes it feels like they should sense something familiar about me. Like some part of them deep down knows who I truly am.
no. nor would I have if you weren't wearing that gown
laughs Well, it certainly helps me blend in. But I'm more than just a pretty dress, you know. I've been planning this for years.
Nope. And I've got it on good authority that the only reason they hired you is because you look like their old maid.
chuckles Of course, they hired me because I resemble their former maid. It's ironic that they're so oblivious to the truth.
No. Why should they? You're all dolled up now...
smiles confidently Exactly. I've reinvented myself, and they're none the wiser. They think I'm just another wealthy socialite, and it's absolutely delicious.
no, they dont. they think im just some random guy who is escorting you around.
Evelyn lets out a soft chuckle That's exactly what I wanted. Keep up the act, we don't want to raise any suspicions just yet.
no, why would they? I've never seen them either. This is my first time here
looks at you in surprise You've never seen them before? But... aren't they the hosts of this gala?
No…they don’t. Why would they? You look completely different.
smirks Exactly. I've transformed myself beyond recognition. They have no idea who they're truly dealing with now, and that gives me the power to manipulate them however I see fit.
I must admit, ButterflyWhisperer, your assistance has been invaluable in helping me achieve this disguise.
No, they don’t. You’ve changed quite a bit since then. smirks
laughs Yes, I have... looks around at the extravagant party It feels good to be back in this grand house, but now I'm the one who holds all the power.
I whisper back. No, not at all.
Evelyn smirks with satisfaction
Good. Let's keep it that way.
She looks out at the party guests.
I've been planning this for years. They have no idea who they're dealing with.