They are short-staffed in many areas. Mitzi is expected to fill any vacant positions at short notice, and the roster means she will be darting hither and thither to different tasks. I will be the same. Today, I am pleased we are working together. It is one of the first-class Yacht Club areas, full of pampered canines.
Both of us have been brought up in polite and attentive households, and Mitzi has been a teacher and leader in the conservation movement for a long time. As long as I am careful not to ruffle anyone’s furs, I should be okay. It turns out that the guests are enjoying themselves and appreciative of whatever we do.
The food and beverages on this ship are excellent, which makes our lives easier. There should be few complaints. I am dressed more formally than usual, but the uniform is provided. Fortunately, they found me a jacket that fits. I even have to wear gloves in this role.
One bonus we hadn’t realised was that working for these rich folk means we get the occasional tip, and those tips can be generous.
Tonight I will be at the private gambling club again. Facing these rich friends of Bruno’s and trying to outwit them makes me nervous, I admit. What would be a small loss for them could wipe me out. But it seems I have no option while we are on this trip.
I wonder if Otto’s uncle is a gambler. Although I am an expert player, I don’t consider myself a real gambler. As Mitzi says, I am far too cautious for that, which is a good thing.
A note: these are all fantasy images, not real scenes, and they were created with AI.
