Twenty minutes later, the taxi pulled up in front of a mansion in Ashford City's most exclusive neighborhood. The towering walls and tight security made the place look more like a fortress than a home. But it wasn't surprising—Sophia's father was the head of the Ashford City Police Department, the man who practically ran the city.
Leila took a deep breath and rang the doorbell. The door swung open almost immediately, revealing Sophia's anxious face.
"Leila! Oh, God!" Sophia gasped, her eyes widening as she took in the sight of Leila's injuries and pale face. Without missing a beat, she pulled her into a tight embrace. "What happened to you?"
Inside the house, the soft glow of the lights, the luxurious decor, and the faint scent of flowers in the air helped to ease Leila's tense nerves.
