The morning starts off quietly, with a strange sense of calm. After breakfast, Lazarus and Eric head to the office to handle some business, leaving me with Matteo and Donovan in the main living area.
I pace around, feeling the weight of the previous day's events still pressing on me. I need some air. I need to feel some semblance of control.
“Matteo, I’m going to take a walk outside,” I announce.
Matteo looks hesitant but nods. “Okay, Phoebe, but I’m coming with you.”
We step outside into the sprawling garden. The fresh air feels good, and for a moment, I can almost forget the chaos of my life. Almost. I keep walking through the gardens with Matteo behind me. I see there is a large pool near the garden. As we walk, an idea starts to form in my mind. An idea that I know will get me into
