Chapter 17

Chapter 17

As soon as Calliope finally recovered, they continued their day's playful banter. Hunter began sprinting away from Calliope, giggling as she chased after him. His laughter echoed through the air and it was a sound that brought a tender smile to her face. She caught up to him just as he tripped, catching him in her arms before he fell, both of them collapsing into a heap of laughter on the manicured lawn.

It was in this moment, their laughter still ringing out, that the distant sound of the estate’s front gates creaking open caught Calliope’s attention. She paused as her gaze shifted towards the entrance of the estate. A sleek, black luxury car glided through the open gates and made its way down the long driveway, its presence immediately drawing her curiosity.

The car came to a stop near the main entrance, and there was a brief pause before the door swung open. Out stepped a stunning woman, tall and poised, exuding confidence with every movement. She wore a striking red bod