At Your Service [Tommy Shelby]

A lot happens in this House

 "Francis told me to teach you the names of the people who are important to you, now that you'll be working here!"  She opened the book before Vivian, revealing a beautifully illustrated family tree that spanned across two pages. Its artistic details spoke of cherished history and cherished memories. 

And there, at the heart of the intricate tapestry, stood the enigmatic man with the icy stare she had encountered in the lobby – Thomas. Vivian's memory of that moment flashed before her like a passing storm, his cold gaze etched into her mind.

"Thomas? I thought it was Tom! His brothers called him Tom," Vivian chuckled, feeling a mix of surprise and amusement at the discovery.

"Oh good, then you have already met the three important names on here!"Cathy grinned, her eyes sparkling with amusement.

As Cathy continued to traverse the pages of the family tree, she offered vivid descriptions and anecdotes about some individuals, while others she dismissed with a passing mention. Among the figures she highlighted was a stunning woman named Polly, whose captivating portrait emitted an aura of mystery and allure. Vivian couldn't help but notice the subtle undercurrent of menace in Polly's intense gaze, giving her a shiver down her spine. Cathy revealed that Polly was the aunt of the four brothers: Arthur, the eldest; Thomas, the enigmatic boss; John; and the youngest, Finn.

The brothers seemed to occupy their own unique spheres, each radiating a distinct aura of power and charisma. Arthur, the senior of the clan, commanded an air of authority that demanded respect. Thomas, the leader of the organization, exuded an icy composure that suggested a man with secrets veiled beneath his stoic facade. John's countenance appeared more amiable, yet there was a hint of mischief that hinted at a complexity hidden beneath the surface. And then there was Finn, the youngest, whose youthful exuberance seemed to breathe life into the family dynamic.

But it was Ada, the stunning sister, who truly captivated Vivian's attention. The portrait depicted a woman of grace and beauty, her charm unmistakable. Cathy, however, sounded a note of caution, warning Vivian not to get too entangled with the Shelby family and to limit her interactions with Ada as much as possible. Evidently, the entire family possessed a temper not to be trifled with, and treading too close to their affairs might invoke their wrath.

Vivian's confusion lingered as she recalled the encounter with the Shelby brothers earlier that day, "Hmm, they seemed pretty nice this afternoon" she muses aloud. 

Cathy chuckled heartily at Vivian's naivety, "Oh, darling, don't be fooled. Men will always be men. And with a beauty like yours, they can't help but be charmed." Vivian blushed and shyly tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, feeling a mix of flattery and discomfort at Cathy's compliment.

Her gaze returned to the family tree, and she couldn't help but wonder about the wives of the Shelby brothers. "They have wives, though, right?" she inquired.

Cathy shrugged nonchalantly, "Well, that's never stopped them before. You see, dear, there's not much that maids like us don't notice between these walls." She emphasized her point with a playful wink, hinting at the secrets and indiscretions that might unfold within the confines of their workplace.

As Cathy's words hung in the air, Vivian found herself grappling with the complexities of the Shelby family and the world she had stepped into. The veil of civility that masked the brothers' true nature seemed to conceal a realm of intrigue and forbidden desires, an undercurrent that she now understood might challenge her principles and boundaries.

John has a whole bunch of kids, Arthur has two and now she noticed that Thomas has two children as well, Ruby and Charles, but not from the same wife. Vivian's heart sank as she read the name "Grace", "Oh my.. she died?" She spoke softly, feeling a pang of sympathy for Charles who lost his mother.