Chapter 25

"Whoa." Noelle and I laugh at Lucia's reaction to the 'Grey Manor' as she calls it.

I can't blame her though, last time it was so dark I couldn't take the time to admire it and I was in a hurry to leave but now.

I wonder if he done it himself.

It's modern yet expensive but doesn't scream 'money!' when you see it. It's so many things in one but it lacks the homey feel, the touch of a woman.

"We're staying here for a week?!" Her excitement is honestly amusing.

"You should see the theatre room and game room." Noelle adds, if only she hadn't.

Thank God it's Friday, if it had been a weekday, I know I'd struggle with her. Aaron appears from the top of the stairs and comes down.

"Jolene isn't here which explains why you are. I've put you're sister's bags in the room next to Noelle's. There are some instructions left in the kitchen, do's and don'ts and Noelle's allergy list." He lists, I nod.

"Thank you." He nods and leaves, when I turn back I see two puppy dog faces staring at me.

Sighing, I