Maice lived on the streets- working many jobs, and living off of the little pay and help she got from many workers and bosses that knew her. She is afraid of many things. Much like her name which is similar to- mouse. She camps in corners, and lurks in shadows. When Ciel Phantomhive hires her as a maid, his butler hires her as a play toy. The Shadow and the Corner The Cat and the Mouse