Chapter 85. A Difficult Path

Author’s POV

Adeline stepped inside the penthouse, the familiar scent of expensive leather, aged whiskey, and polished wood immediately surrounding her.

The door clicked shut behind her.

For a moment, she simply stood there.

The luxurious penthouse stretched around her in all its elegance.

Floor-to-ceiling windows overlooked the glittering city skyline, while warm golden lights reflected off marble surfaces and expensive furnishings.

Everything looked beautiful.

Perfect.

Untouchable.

Yet despite the wealth surrounding her, the place had always felt strangely cold.

Like a house pretending to be a home.

Like somewhere people lived but never truly belonged.

The silence lasted only a second.

Then movement exploded from the living room.

“Adeline!”

A familiar voice echoed through the penthouse.

Before she could react, someone crashed into her.

Strong arms wrapped around her tightly.