I'm So Cute

"Right," I agreed. "Just like Arthur's uncle said."

We intrude through a back passage that the maids rarely go through. I saw a door that opened and led to a staircase leading upstairs. We tread carefully and try to remain invisible. I turned into a mouse again. Over time, I was able to master the power of shape-shifting.

However, when we almost reached the stairs, we were suddenly confronted by a palace guard standing in front of the stairs.

"Stop! You are not allowed in here!" cried the guard in a firm voice.

“I-I…” Sarah stuttered.

"You palace maid should know that this area is forbidden!"

“I-I am the new maid. I didn't know that this area was off-limits,” said Sarah.

"Impossible! The palace hasn't put in any new maids in recent times," the guard said suspiciously.

I thought fast. I understand that facing this guard head on would be dangerous. I looked around looking for a way to distract him.

Suddenly, I saw several objects piled up nearby. Without thinking much, I made use of my