Chapter 54

Vanessa had stood up, ready to respond to Carlita, when the security guard entered the living room carrying some belongings. Before Vanessa could even open her mouth, the guard spoke in a calm voice:

— Madam Gloria and sir went out.

Carlita frowned, her gaze settling on him with suspicion.

— They went out together? she asked, trying to understand.

The guard shook his head.

— No, Miss Carlita. Madam Gloria left with her driver. Sir left shortly after, alone.

Carlita studied him attentively, intrigued, then shrugged.

— Alright. And who is this woman?

The guard glanced at Vanessa, seeming slightly uneasy.

— Miss Carlita, I couldn’t tell you.

— Fine, then take my belongings to my room.

The guard bowed respectfully before disappearing down the hallway. Carlita turned her attention back to Vanessa, and suddenly, a flash of recognition crossed her mind.

— Wait… I know you! You’re Samson’s personal secretary, aren’t you?

Vanessa lowered her eyes, uncomfortable.