Forty nine

"We are here," the chauffeur announced to Tara, peering at her face through the rearview mirror.

"Shall we?" Tara turned to Hailey, who seemed engrossed in her thoughts.

"Yeah, sure," Hailey nodded, shaking her head.

Since Hailey had agreed to tag along with Tara, she took her personal car while the rest of her family rode in their own vehicle.

The car came to a stop in front of Raymond's Mansion. The exterior of the car appeared basic and simple, but the interior was well-built and designed, perfectly complementing Tara's outfit.

Tara slowly stepped out of the car while the chauffeur opened the right door for Hailey to alight. Hailey gracefully exited the vehicle, and for a moment, the world seemed to pause.

Her hair, previously tied in a bun by Mika, came loose and cascaded down, reaching her waist and enhancing her beauty. Her flawless face, accompanied by her black hair, made her resemble a goddess that had descended to earth.

Tara suddenly felt that Hailey was not the same