Chapter 28: You’ve Changed
The Montclair Estate was even more intimidating in daylight.
Kailey stepped out of the car slowly, staring up at the massive estate in disbelief.
“This is insane,” she muttered under her breath.
Tall gates.
Private guards.
Luxury everywhere.
It didn’t feel like somewhere Monica would willingly stay.
At least—
that’s what Kailey kept trying to tell herself.
One of the staff escorted her through the estate quietly, leading her deeper inside.
The entire place felt elegant.
Controlled.
Cold.
And somehow—
that made Kailey even more nervous.
“Miss Hale is waiting for you in the east lounge,” the staff said politely.
Kailey nodded once.
Then walked in.
The moment Monica looked up—
her eyes widened instantly.
“Kailey.”
Relief flashed across Monica’s
