Chapter 10
The grand iron gates of the Vale Estate swung open, revealing the massive stone mansion I used to call home.
The estate looked unchanged, surrounded by high walls, security cameras, and armed guards patrolling the perimeter.
As the vehicles parked in the circular driveway, dozens of security personnel stood at strict attention.
Marcus stepped out first, personally opening my door and offering his hand to help me down.
I ignored his hand again, stepping out on my own and helping Leo and Noah down onto the gravel.
The head of security, an elderly gray-haired man named Thomas, stepped forward with wide eyes.
“Mr. Vale… is that…?” Thomas stammered, staring at the two young boys holding my hands.
“This is my family, Thomas,” Marcus announced loudly, his voice echoing across the courtyard.
“Effective immediately, level-one security protocol is active across the entire property.”
“If anyone leaks a single word about their presence here, I will personally see to their downfall.”
“Understood, sir,” Thomas bowed respectfully, gesturing for the heavy front doors to be opened.
We walked into the grand foyer, where marble floors and crystal chandeliers glittered just as I remembered.
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Noah looked up in absolute awe at the soaring ceilings and sweeping staircases.
“Mommy, is this a castle?” Noah asked, his eyes sparkling with childhood wonder.
