Chapter 2

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"Y'all watch y'all steps. These stairs are known to trip people!"  The woman said as she led us into the mansion.

When we landed in Georgia. A driver picked us up from the jet. Bringing me and my family to this place. A mansion tucked deeply in the woods. My sister and Chloe know someone here. Someone who supposedly helped us clean out the Gallos' dinner party.

The lady with red hair pulled into a fishtail braid. Her curvy frame leading us to the destination.
I watched as she picked up her pace. Despite her wearing six-inch heels. She moved very fast. I don't think she told us her name. Or maybe I was just too busy in my own thoughts to hear it.

Thinking about what happens from here is nerve-wracking. So much is running through my head. The sounds of her Christian Louboutin's hitting the concrete begins to annoy me. Reaching the top of the stairs. We see someone who has been waiting. 

A man in a suit who has his back turned.
Finishing his phone call before turning to us. Slightly ignoring him and everyone else.
I take a moment to try and calm my nerves. Right now I'm overthinking about everything. Although I don't show it. I'm mentally exhausted.
This is all moving so fast, Yet I don't know how to slow it down.

Snapping back into reality.
I finally asked for our guides' name.

"I'm sorry what is your name again?" I asked her. Slightly embarrassed to have forgotten it.

Words never leave her mouth. Like she had no intention to answer my question.
Instead, someone answered for her.

"Cornflake girl."  He said.

Looking at the man who answers my question. I'm confused about what he just said.  While being stunned by his features. So I shuffle off to the side as he greets my sister.

"Masia you and Chloe did an amazing job. I'm so glad I could help with the project." He said.

"Well coming up with the plan is only half of it. Thanks for sending your men out to help us clean up." She responded.

"Anytime and next time. What's up Chloe? How was ya'll flight?" He asked.

I watched as the three began to converse. I'm slightly thankful to not be apart of it. Feeling a little Autumn breeze. I close my eyes and allow myself to be somewhere else. Far from my melancholy.

Noticing something on my fingertips. I open my eyes to see a ladybug.
I smile at the creature. Who spread its wings and took flight. Leaving me to wish the little being was strong enough for the both of us.

Across from me a pair of eyes was waiting to be seen. "I'm sorry I didn't catch your name." The man said to me.

"I didn't throw it out." I sassed unexpected. "Maybe you should ask for it,"  I said.

Masia raises her brow as Chloe chuckles a bit.

"Well then, Beautiful mystery woman that frees ladybugs from her fingers tips. What is your name?" He spoke.

It takes all the nerves in me not to smile. Especially since his smile is worn so warmly.
"My name is Morgan. Now, what is your lovely assistant's name?" Being rude I point out the redhead.

He looks taken back when I don't ask for his name. I'm more interested in her name and why she suddenly became mute.

The man chuckles deeply. " I told you her name is cornflake girl."

I look at her for confirmation.  She nods her head.  "Let's move our conversations inside."  He said holding out his hand.

Standing there waiting for me to take it.  Instead, I looked at him and finally smiled. As I walked to Masia and grabbed her hand.

Hearing him chuckle behind us.

Once we get inside we slowly split up.
The place is grand. I let Masia's hand go as Chloe scooped it up. We're in the foyer as it became apparent to me.  That I'm the only person who has never been here.

Chloe tells me how she and my sister have been here before. Masia also informed me that we are staying here for a couple of days.  Once again,
I'm not sure what to say.

"I can give her a tour. I'm sure y'all are jet-lagged."  Cornflake girl said.

"No need love. I'm sure the person who owns the place has that covered."  Masia said as sweetly as she could.

The girl nodded and walked away.
I stand there talking with Sia and Chloe.
The man who owns the palace joins us.

"All ready for the tour?"
He asked.

It's the same man we met outside. Now his suit has been changed. For Jeans and a sweater.

Looking at him I must admit that he is very handsome. His tall frame leaning against a wall. Dark brown eyes filled with intrigue as they remain on me.

"It's just me that needs a tour," I said obviously.

" I figured it would be." He responded.

Before we go to tour the house. My sister clears her throat and gives me a knowing look. Following a deep sigh.

"Duece can you bring her to our room after? We need to finish up our talk from the flight."
She said.

"I'll have her there." He said obeying Masia request.

"Also, Morgan honey try to take it easy. I know this is A lot right now. But I promise you we're okay here."  Masia said reassuring me.

I smile softly; Apart from my anxiety. Despite everything my broken heart feels. I know My sister is going to protect me no matter what. No matter how hard this gets. We have each other. She never breaks her promise. Obviously.
So Taking in a deep breath. I believe that we are okay here. This life isn't the easiest to live but it always worthy.

Putting away a few of my worries.
I turn to my new tour guide and officially asked for his name.

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