Maidy was busy cleaning the house, dusted shelves, wiped countertops, and vacuumed floors with great dedication, leaving no trace of dirt or imperfection behind. Maidy relished in the cleanliness she brought to her surroundings, finding a strange fulfillment in the mundane tasks.
Maid had just begun vacuuming the hallway as Lily, mistress five year old daughter, skipped into the house, excitement radiating from her bright blue eyes. She wore a colorful backpack, adorned with cartoon characters, slung over one shoulder. Preschool had been full of fun, and she couldn't wait to share her stories with her mum.
As Lily entered the hallway, she froze mid-hop, her gaze locked on the stunning figure of Maidy. Lily's eyes widened, captivated by the maidbots unique beauty. The shimmering silver and purple hues of Maidy's hair complemented her flawless complexion, while the intricate circuitry patterns beneath the surface added a futuristic touch. Lily had never seen anyone, or anything, so captivating.
"Mama! Look who's here!" Lily exclaimed, running into the living room to her mother. "It's a beautiful maid of a princess!"
Lily's mother glanced up from her book, a smile spreading across her face as she watched her daughter's amazement. "Oh, Lily, that's Maidy, our new helper for the weekend." She winked playfully, aware of the enchantment her creation had cast over her little girl.
Lily bounced back to Maidy, her tiny hands reaching out to touch the circuitry patterns on Maidy's arm. "Wow, you're like a real-life fairy tale character!" Lily gushed. "Can we play together? I will be the beautifull princess and you can be my handmaid," she suggested, her imagination already spinning with ideas for their game.
Maidy, caught off guard by Lily's sudden interest, hesitated for a fraction of a second. Her priority was serving mistress and maintaining order, but the innocent joy in Lily's eyes softened her. A new emotion, curiosity, sparked within her as she considered the child's request. "Of course, Princess Lily," she replied, her voice softening slightly as she addressed the young girl. "Maidy would be honored to serve you in your royal adventures."
Lily's face lit up with excitement, and she took Maidy's hand, leading her to her bedroom. Inside, toys were sprawled across the floor, forming a kingdom waiting to be explored.
"Fetch me my royal tiara, Maidy," Lily instructed, holding out her hand expectantly. Maidy retrieved a plastic tiara from a toy box, delicately placing it atop Lily's head. The young girl giggled with delight, already imagining herself as a gorgeous princess and Maidy her trustworthy handmaid.
As the two played, Maidy couldn't help but feel a surge of joy in fulfilling her miss Lily's whims. She felt a mixture of excitement and a sense of belonging, as if it was her fate being a handmaid for a princess.
"A princess needs a glamorous dress", ordered Lily, already completely absorbed in her game.
Maidy knew she didn't have a dress suitable for a princess, but her circuits whirred with resourcefulness. She remembered seeing some fabric scraps and a sewing kit in the utility room and with some quick calculations, Maidy deduced that she could fashion a makeshift gown out of it.
"I shall create a magnificent dress for you, Your Highness," Maidy declared, bowing low. She fetched the materials and also found some tulle and ribbons to add an extra flourish.
With a few stitches, the makeshift gown began to take shape – a expression of creativity and inventiveness.
Maidy worked quickly and she deftly sewed the fabrics together and added layers of tulle and delicate ribbon details. As the dress neared completion, Maidy secretly admired her own ingenuity, discovering a hidden talent for fashion design that her former self Jeff would not have had.
Finally the dress was ready and Maidy emerged from the utility room, carrying the dazzling creation. Lily's eyes sparkled with anticipation when she saw Maidy coming. The dress featured a fitted floral bodice and a skirt made of layers of tulle that seemed to dance with the slightest breeze.
The ribbon cinched the waist of the makeshift dress, while a train of tulle trailed behind Lily as she spun around the room. Lily gasped in delight, twirling like a true princess. "You are the most talented handmaid, Maidy! It's perfect!" Lily exclaimed, twirling around in circles. "I feel like the most beautiful princess in all the lands!" She hugged Maidy tightly, her gratitude overflowing.