Ethan
The drive felt endless, and at the same time… too short.
I didn't know when we left the city behind and entered the mansion area. I only know that, when the gate opened in front of us, I felt something in my chest.
What is it? Is it relief?
No, it isn't… because I don't feel completely at ease. I think… it's something more… tense, or perhaps uncertain.
I stopped the car and got out first, taking a few deep breaths, as many as I needed. As if that were enough to prepare myself. It isn't…
I walked around the car and opened the back door.
"We're here…"
My voice came out softer than I expected. Clara looked up at the house and stood there observing.
Her mother got out first, then she carefully followed, without rushing.
Her eyes slowly scanned the facade, every window, every d
