into an even grander version of itself-fresh flowers adorned the hallways, crystal chandeliers were po

e past few days navigating the fine line between invisibility and vigilance, alwa

Carter handed her a list of tasks longer than usual, ranging from h

tchen preparations. "Mrs. Harrington has requested you

na replied, her s

e floor gleaming beneath the immense crystal chandelier. A grand staircase led down to the room, which wa

's voice echoed

ccably even in the middle of the day,

chilled properly. And remember, the guests tonight are of the highest

lena replied, l

atched as men in tailored suits and women in elegant gowns filled the ballroom. She spotted Mr. Harrington near the grand staircase, shaking hands and smiling with the charm of a man who knew how to command a room. Lydia floated between guests, her demeanor polished and graceful. Elena's heart raced as she caught sight of Daniel at the edge of the crowd, standing

has been remarkable," one man said. "It's

not just influence-it's power. The kin

he words hitting too close to home. She forced herse

where Mr. Harrington stood speaking with an older man. Their voice

uation," the man s

replied, his voice smooth but firm. "The g

She knew they were talking about her and her family

uldn't rea

Lydia called Elena into a side room where she and

p. "Fetch the documents from my study

ze. The s

e said, keeping

papers. The temptation was too strong. She glanced at the door before flipping it open. The contents confirmed her worst suspicions-contracts, payoffs, and emails outlining corrupt dealings tied to Harrington's busines

g to its place and grabbed the red fol

enough," Lydi

ena replied, keepi

ena kept her distance from the Harringtons,

managed to slip away to the greenhouse,

aniel asked as

hone, showing him the

"proves everything. The stolen properti

the images. "This is incredible, Elena. But it's

irmly. "We need to act bef

the time Elena returned to her room that night, exhaustion threatened to consume her. But she couldn't let her guard down. Not no