Ellen's POV
"Good evening, Miss Manor," one of the men greeted me with a nod of recognition.
"Evening," I replied coolly, trying to keep my composure despite the rising tension. "I need to speak with Mr. Reid. It's urgent."
"I'm sorry, Miss Manor," another security personnel interjected, his tone firm. "Mr. Reid is not receiving any visitors tonight."
I clenched my jaw, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. "Listen, this is important. I need to see him now."
The security men exchanged a glance, unmoved by my plea. "I'm afraid we can't help you, Miss Manor. You'll have to leave."
"But he knows I'll be coming to see him here. I come here all the time." I lied.
"I'm sorry Miss Manor. We cannot help you unless you have booked a prior appointment with him." The familiar man said.
Frustration boiled inside me as the guards remained steadfast in their refusal to grant me access. "I don't fucking need an appointment," I insisted, my voice rising with each word.