Chapter 46

The mansion, usually all sparkly and impressive, had this different vibe. It wasn't just about fancy gadgets and high-tech stuff anymore. Now, it was about family, safety, and maybe figuring out what was real in this mess of emotions.

As the night got deeper, the staff turned some parts of the mansion into a kind of high-tech fortress. It was like they were getting ready for a space mission or something. Valerie, in the midst of it all, couldn't shake the feeling that this was more than just making the place safe for the night.

Nelson, probably doing important boss things, emerged from wherever he disappeared to. Valerie, with a mix of frustration and curiosity, watched him give more instructions to the staff. It was all cold, serious stuff, like he was gearing up for some big battle.

Valerie, feeling like an outsider in the fancy fortress, decided to voice her concerns, "This whole security setup seems excessive. Are we expecting a war or something?"

Nelson, still in his boss mode, r