As the music throbbed and laughter echoed through the grand halls of the party, Valeriaslipped away with some excuse. Her steps were purposeful yet quiet as she made her way through the labyrinth of corridors in the opulent mansion. 

‘Why is this not making any sense? How could Markus play along Bella if he knew about her? Why was she even working at his place if she is that rich?’ Valeriatook bigger steps as she headed towards Gabriel’s room. 

The air grew still as she approached ...