Chapter 59

Sophia's expression faltered for a moment, a flicker of uncertainty crossing her face. 

"No, really, I shouldn't. I have some...important things to attend to."

But Hazel's words were laced with a subtle persuasion, and Naya's smile seemed to convey a silent understanding. Sophia's resolve weakened, her eyes darting between the cousins. "Okay, fine. But just for a little while. I do have things to take care of."

Maya's face lit up with a bright smile. "Great! It'll be fun, I promise. And we can all go together to the launch afterward."

As Sophia relented, a small smile played on her lips, her eyes gleaming with a hint of curiosity. 

The ladies got out of the castle and they all got into the car, the guards took two cars and followed them as they drove out 

The convoy of cars glided through the winding roads, the castle's grandeur fading into the distance. The three chatted excitedly, their laughter and whispers filling the air. Sophi