47

Thalia

I peered at the gloomy mansion from the tinted window of the black car I was in. I placed my hand on the window switch to get a better look at the house I left years ago, but the driver cleared his throat before I could do so.

"I wouldn't do that if I were you, miss."

I retreated my hand away from the switch like it was the bottom of a scorching pot.

"Sorry," I muttered under my breath and settled back down in my seat.

I kept still until we made it to the parking lot of Reese's new office. Apparently, he now has his new space after being assigned to be Luciano's right hand.

"Thank you for the ride," I told the chauffer that Reese had hired as I opened the car door.

He merely nodded his head before speeding away from the driveway.

I looked around the open area but ultimately decided to get inside since I knew that being exposed would only ruin my plan.

I entered Reese's abode and was immediately greeted with a warm hug.

My eyes widened in surprise as I felt my br