The guards Mandy had called arrived swiftly. They were dressed in all black, looking like they were ready for battle. Mandy raised a confused brow at their intense appearance but said nothing.
They didn’t waste a second. One of them gently scooped Alina up while the other surrounded the exit, ensuring no one got in their way.
"Be careful with her," Mandy instructed. "She needs a doctor immediately. Don't tell Mrs Blackwood what happened , I'll do that myself."
"Yes, Miss," one of them responded as they carried Alina down the stairs.
Mandy remained in the doorway, her eyes falling back on Jennifer, who still stood rooted to the spot. Her cheek still burned from the slap, her pride was shattered, and she stood frozen in shock and anger.
Mandy didn’t say a word, she didn’t need to. The l
