Iris, on the other hand, was bombarded with questions.
As the investigation continued, the tension in the mansion was palpable. Bella took every opportunity to be close to Ryan, while Iris was left isolated and alone.
Iris returned home, her heart light with hope as she walked through the front door of the mansion. She had been away, handling a family emergency, and was eager to see Ryan.
She had been calling him, but to no avail. She assumed he was busy or hadn't noticed her calls. In reality, Bella had been with his phone, declining each of her calls as it came through.
Upon entering the house, Sarah greeted her. "Welcome back, ma'am. Ryan is upstairs. He's been home for a while now."
"Sarah," Iris greeted the maid warmly as she walked in. How is he?"
Sarah smiled ner
