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Chapter 85 - Mystery

Raymond

The staircase was a marvel of marble and gold. Each step echoed slightly under my feet. Suddenly, I heard Owen’s voice in my earpiece. “I’ll be listening along, R. If I hear anything suspicious, I’ll be right there by your side within minutes.”

“Thanks, O. I appreciate it,” I replied softly. I quickly glanced over my shoulder. Although I didn’t see anyone around me, I couldn’t shake the feeling I was being watched.

As I reached the next floor, I found the balcony doors slightly ajar. The night air was cool. A welcome relief from the warmth of the crowded hall below.

Cassandra was waiting, her tall silhouette framed by the moonlight. She turned as I approached. Her brown eyes were gleaming with a mix of mischief and… something deeper.

“Raymond, I presume,” she said, her voice low and melodic.

“You must be Cassandra,” I replied, trying to gauge her intentions.

She nodded, her mysterious smile never wavering.

“How did you figure out who I am?” I asked. Owen and I had taken every
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