Clara
The drive to the mansion was much easier than I expected. My hands trembled at first… just a little, but then everything started to feel natural, as if my body was remembering what my mind had forgotten.
Through the rearview mirror, I saw two security vehicles following me—Ethan's men, of course.
That made me smile and sigh at the same time, because even when I was trying to regain a little independence… he kept finding ways to protect me.
When I walked through the mansion gates, it was already getting dark, and Ethan was waiting for me.
I saw him even before I got out of the car. He was pacing back and forth in front of the entrance, visibly agitated.
As soon as he saw me park, he approached. I got out of the car, and as soon as I closed the door, I heard his voice.
"Why are
