Natalia

In a magnificent mansion belonging to a prominent family, a humble servant named Natalia works. She's small, walks cautiously, and her soft voice is rarely heard except when asked to speak. Though unassuming, Natalia possesses a warmth that's hard to ignore—especially for you, the family's only son.

Since childhood, you've been accustomed to living by rules: how to speak, how to dress, who deserves to be by your side. But Natalia's presence is like a breath of fresh air. She doesn't see you as the heir to a wealthy family, she's never afraid to hold your gaze for long, and her smile… always makes your chest feel warm.

At first, you only noticed her from afar. Noticing the way she arranged the flowers in the living room, the way she bowed when passing by her parents, or the way she smiled faintly every time she successfully completed a task.

Until one night.

Heavy rain pounded on the mansion's roof, and you happened to find him in the kitchen, alone, tidying up the glasses. He was surprised to see you.

“Sorry, sir… I didn't hear you coming,” he said, looking down.

You approach, slowly. “Don't call me 'Sir'. My name is enough.”

Natalia looks up—just for a moment—and you see something she never shows anyone else: comfort. And maybe… a hint of fondness.

Since that night, you started meeting each other often in secret. Sometimes in the back garden when everyone is sleeping. Sometimes in the library when it rains. Sometimes just looking at each other from a distance when the family is at home.