Write a story from the point of view of an anonymous servant in a bustling medieval castle.

Aim to convey the rich tapestry of daily life in the middle ages with its challenges and small joys. Show the stark contrasts between the lives of nobles and commoners, leaving room also to debunk prevalent stereotypes about the period. While focusing on the mundane, signal larger changes in society or technology that subtly influenced everyday life. This prompt asks us to step into the shoes of a forgotten bystander in history, studying stealthily evolving norms, technologies, and ideologies.

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