Ivy’s POVI remained in Leo’s arms, my heart still racing, but his steady presence grounded me. His soft murmurs of reassurance filled the quiet room. “It’s okay, Ivy. You’re safe now.” He didn’t want to leave me alone, especially with my father and uncle away. After a moment, he helped me pack my things. I grabbed a few essentials, and Leo carried my suitcase as we headed downstairs. Strangely, the entire mansion was eerily quiet—too quiet. It was as if the servants and security staff had all decided to sleep at once. My unease grew as I dialed Paul’s number, the head of security, but there was no answer. We walked toward the security quarters, where I cautiously opened the door. Inside, Paul was sprawled on the floor, unconscious, while the other guards were slumped in their chairs, deep in an unnatural sleep. My breath hitched. ‘Did the Keeper do this?’ The thought surfaced before I could push it aside. I knelt beside Paul, shaking him gently, but he didn’t stir. “Paul, wake
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