Lottie smiled at Anne's reaction to her offer of help. It was nice to still be needed, and appreciated. She hoped that if Kate had asked, her reactions would still be the same.

"Nonsense, dear, it's just scrubbin'. I want ye to look yer best for work for this Earl. I want ye family ta be proud of ye, and ye to be proud fer yerself."

She moved across the room to grab her shawl.

"Come on then."