ie awoke. She checked her phone to see it was eight in the morning.
A black card and a note awaited har on the bedside table.
The note read: [I’ve arranged for some essential Feel free to buy whatever clothes or accessories you like. Have the butler take you shopping]
12:42 Sat, 25 May
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Stephanie smiled, for she was planning to head out anyway.
She texted Vincent: [Good morning, Honey.
Vincent replied: [The card has no limit. Use it freely.]
Stephanie sent back: [Thanks, honey!] along with a kiss emoji.
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In his meeting room, Vincent’s sudden smile puzzled his colleagues, a rare break from his usual stern demeanor. Yet, just as quickly, he was back to his serious sell, leaving them to wonder if they’d imagined his brief amusement.
After getting ready, Stephanie went for breakfast, and then left with the butler.
Watching the car drive away. Lydia quickly hid herself and texted, [Mrs. Fletcher stayed the night with Mr. Fletcher.]
In the car, Stephanie saw Lydia’s sneaky move on her phone and eyed it suspiciously.
