The grand doors of Kieran’s mansion swung shut behind them with a deep, echoing thud. The crisp morning air greeted them as they stepped out onto the estate’s marble steps, sunlight glinting off the sleek black car waiting for them.
Emilia was the first to exhale, running a hand through her hair. “That was exhausting.”
Elisa didn’t respond. Her expression was unreadable, her gaze fixed on the long driveway ahead.
Liz, still shaken from the confrontation with Izzy, hovered nervously at Emilia’s side. “Are you sure this is a good idea?”
Elisa finally turned to her, arching a brow. “Are you suggesting I should’ve stayed in that office and let her keep playing her little power games over me?”
Liz shook her head quickly. “N-No, my lady. I just meant—”
“I get your point but you don’t reall
