Chapter 13: "Please stay with me"

Vanessa felt frustrated as she exited the library.

She was already so close in getting him to confide but he shut her off again.

She was in deep thoughts as she walked down the corridor.

What was the reason behind Edward's strong determination to conceal it?

Vanessa was aware that she needed to uncover the truth, but she was unsure of how to begin.

She attempted to communicate with Edward, but he was not open to listening.

Upon entering her room, she observed a sheet of paper on her desk. A maid left a note requesting a midnight meeting in the garden.

Vanessa's interest was sparked.

That evening, Vanessa quietly left her room and headed to the garden. The maid was already present, anticipating her arrival.

"Thank God you're here." The maid whispered. "There's something you must know."

Vanessa's heart beat quickly with excitement. "What is that?"

The maid paused, glancing anxiously at her surroundings. "I was friends with Olivia, you know. We were companions. We would have conversati