The noon sunlight stretched across the driveway of Pearl Villa as a sleek black car slowly approached the main gate.
The security system recognized the vehicle instantly and the gate opened smoothly.
The car rolled inside the property.
Silvey Sterling stepped out a moment later.
She paused for a second and looked around.
Even though she had seen pictures before, standing inside the estate felt different.
The villa stood proudly in the middle of the vast property, surrounded by carefully maintained gardens, tall maple trees, and elegant walkways that curved toward the entrance like something from a royal residence.
The white walls reflected the sunlight while the tall glass windows shimmered faintly.
From the garden fountain to the distant tree line, everything carried a quiet sense of wealth and calm authority.
Silvey folded her arms lightly and looked around in amazement.
"Is this where you live?"
The front door opened.
Miles stepped out casually.
