Chapter 106: A Horrible Meeting
With a final glance in the mirror, Zoey smiled, pleased with her appearance. Satisfied, she slipped her phone into her pocket and turned toward the parlor door.
As she exited the parlor, Zoey felt a flutter of excitement in her chest. She had prepared for this moment, this encounter, and she was ready. She stepped out into the world, a world that was hers for the taking.
As Zoey approached the gate, she spotted the gateman, engrossed in his dinner. "Hey, when Kiara asks about me, tell her I was called away urgently," she instructed, keeping her voice low and even.
The gateman, chewing a mouthful of food, nodded, giving no indication that he had heard or understood her words.
"I'll be on my way now," Zoey said, her voice carrying a hint of impatience. "Please let Kiara know I'll be back any moment now."
