Chapter 65
VANESSA
NEXT DAY
I stood at the door of Gracie's mansion, my heart racing with anxiety. Mary and Laria flanked me, their faces etched with concern. We had come to deliver devastating news - the loss of Gracie's father. It took a lot of convincing for Mary to accept our helplessness.,but we promised to tell her the truth about his death and not keep her hopes up so high.
I took a deep breath, trying to steel myself for what was to come.
“Do you think this is a good idea?” Laria asked, scanning the quiet mansion. “It almost feels empty, I am quite scared.”
“Elder Simon was a simple man, he barely kept warriors to guard his house, and only two maids to meet his needs. They mostly had one person to take care of. Gracie.” Mary explained, her voice deep in sadness.
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