Ashley had just stepped out of Mirabella’s room, her cheerful voice echoing down the hall.“Come on, Bella, get yourself ready. Let me go to my room and get ready and you’re not escaping it, so get ready.”

Mirabella sighed softly to herself, dragging her feet toward the small dresser. “The girl is sure lively,” she muttered, “she has way too much energy.”

By the time both of them left the mansion, Ashley was already bubbling with excitement. The driver drove them into town and ...