Chapter 33

I was just sitting at the vanity table, staring at the mirror. Rodrigo allowed me to go to my own room here in the mansion. He left earlier, so my life has temporarily quieted down. He also gave me a cellphone, so I can talk to Mama all the time.

I took a deep breath and set down the brush I was holding. I went to the terrace. I've been here for a few days, but I still couldn't leave. Even though I have a little freedom here, I still can't escape. Rodrigo didn't assign me a bodyguard anymore because he no longer trusts anyone. It's better for me that way because I couldn't bear it if anyone else died because of me.

I heard the door to my room open, so I turned to look inside. I was startled when I saw Sir Navarro entering. Rodrigo's uncle. I often see him here in the mansion. We even had dinner together once. But I haven't spoken to him yet because I know they're all the same, lacking conscience.

Sir Navarro smiled at me and walked towards me. "Jane," he called me. He stopped when h