Chapter 30

Bella's POV

I stood outside the grand entrance of the sprawling estate, my heart pounding with a mix of excitement and trepidation. This was the place that held the key to a new chapter in my life—a chapter that began with an unexpected inheritance. The news had come as a shock, a distant relative I had never even heard of leaving me a vast fortune and a prominent position in society.

As the wrought iron gates swung open, I walked through, my footsteps echoing on the cobblestone path. The mansion loomed before me, an imposing structure that exuded wealth and history. Its grandeur was both breathtaking and intimidating, a stark contrast to the humble beginnings I had known.

Inside, the opulence surrounded me. Crystal chandeliers sparkled from above, casting a soft glow across the ornate furnishings. Rich fabrics draped the windows, and marble statues stood as silent witnesses to the extravagance that filled the air. It was a world I had only glimpsed in magazines and movies, and now, i