Chapter 74

Mia's POV

I was driving along the highway, my senses on high alert as I noticed a black luxury car tailing me. Suspicion gnawed at me, and without hesitation, I veered off onto a secluded road leading up to Hill Mountain. If someone was following me, I wanted the advantage of surprise.

My heart raced as I parked my car in a desolate area surrounded by dense bush. I remained inside, gathering my strength and preparing to confront whoever lurked outside. Thoughts raced through my mind—could it be Derick and Sophia, sending someone to keep an eye on me? But I couldn't catch a whiff of their scent, raising my suspicion further.

Stepping out of my car, I failed to check my side mirror, a mistake I would soon regret. Before I could react, a force struck me, and darkness enveloped my consciousness. When I regained awareness, I found myself confined within the confines of an opulent mansion. The decor screamed luxury, but everything was drenched in black and gold, reminisc