Hattie waited silently; she was very curious to see if Eponine would dare strike back, but it doesn't come. She actually lets out a small sigh of relief, since it meant that Eponine wouldn't get too wild. The girl won't make the best maid in the world, but she is't a hopeless case either.

She sits down as well, quiet for a moment to allow herself to relax.

"Good. Now listen, I am in the process of looking for another roomate. It is imperative that by the time I find one that you are a more presentable maid.. Now, I know that you can read. How good are you at writing?"