Svetlana had come to a grim realization that her future, and her daughters', might rest entirely in Adeline's hands. If she were to be kicked out tomorrow, she wouldn't know what to do.
She'd spent decades in luxury, raising her daughters in a world without lack. The idea of losing that, of being cast out into some ordinary, common life, was unthinkable.
For now, she needed to stay in Adeline's favor, so she offered a tight, practiced smile and nodded. "Alright then. You two have a safe drive."
Adeline gave her another small smile before turning away with Enzo, headed toward the garage where Andrei was waiting for them.
Andrei, upon seeing them approach, straightened and moved immediately to the passenger side, pulling the back seat door open with a silent nod.
Adeline slipped in first while Enzo paused outside the car, leaning slightly against the frame as he exchanged a few words with Andrei—most likely instructions or last-minute reminders.
