We followed the cars ahead, winding steadily eastward. The scenery shifted from rows of tall buildings to lush, green mountain slopes, and by the time we arrived, daylight had already faded. As dusk deepened, the magnificent Reed Estate came into view, glowing brightly amid the surrounding hills. It looked almost like a small palace set within the mountains. Linnea made a quick call, said only, "We have arrived," and hung up immediately. A few minutes later, the household manager hurried over to open the gate. When he saw me, he paused in surprise and was about to address me as "Madam," but I gave him a sharp look and signaled for him to stay silent. Looking confused, he scratched the back of his head and opened the doors wide. My coworkers stared around with eyes full of adm

