Harry’s POV
Me and Hugo crouched low behind the tall wall as we entered William’s territory from the side. It was dark, quiet, but we knew better, this place never truly slept. Every corner could be hiding a guard or a trap. Still, we moved quickly and quietly, our eyes sharp and steps light.
We passed the back fence, slipped through the shadows near the supply sheds, and made our way toward the main house. Our goal was clear, get Ella and get out before William even knew we were here.
We searched room after room, staying low, avoiding open windows. But something felt off.
She wasn’t anywhere.
We checked what looked like the holding room, the guest space, and even the upstairs hall. Still nothing.
Then we heard voices. We froze, hiding behind a thin curtain in the corner of the hallw
