Chapter 3 - Bianca’s Chilling Explanation And Dangerous Warning Signs
The following morning, pale winter sunlight struggled to pierce through the heavy frost coating the conservatory windows.
Bianca strolled into the breakfast room wrapped in a cashmere designer shawl, sipping black coffee with effortless elegance.
Audrey intercepted her near the French doors, holding up the muddy pajamas as concrete evidence of something sinister.
“Do you know why Eli’s pajamas were soaked in frozen mud and hidden in his bag, Bianca?” Audrey pressed.
Bianca took a slow, deliberate sip of her coffee before offering a thin, condescending smile.
“Children have wild imaginations, Audrey; they invent midnight adventures and hide their messes so they won't get scolded,” Bianca replied smoothly.
“He’s four years old, Bianca! He’s terrified every time his father goes to work at night!” Audrey argued fiercely.
“Lucas is building an empire for that boy’s future, and someone has to keep this household running without hysterical outbursts,” Bianca snapped.
“You live in this house too; you must hear what happens in the corridors after midnight,” Audrey whispered, grabbing Bianca’s wrist.
Bianca pulled her arm away with a sharp look of disgust, adjusting her diamond bracelet.
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“Mind your place, Audrey; you’re a guest here by the grace of this family, nothing more,” Bianca warned, walking away.
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