Ruby stepped out of Bill's room, her mind preoccupied with one pressing thought—her hotel job was gone, and she needed a new one, fast. She quickly changed into fresh clothes, ready to leave the lavish villa behind.
Just as she reached the front gate, a sleek black sedan rolled to a stop. The driver's door opened, and Stephen stepped out first. Ruby's gaze swept past him and landed on Cole, who climbed out right behind him, looking as imposing as ever.
The memory of their last run-in was still fresh in her mind. Her brows knitted instinctively as she ducked into the nearby bushes without thinking. Before she could fully process what was happening, the back door of the car opened as well, and Kelly emerged.
Hiding in the bushes, Ruby muttered under her breath, "Of all people…"
At least
