chapter 35

I locked up Julian's place and made my way to my Audi.

I quickly went in and start up the engine, and began to make my way home. I drove at a steady pace. It wasn't a long drive about thirty minutes tops. In no time I was already home. I parked my car in the drive way. And made my way inside.

I used my spare key and opened the door.

"Pierce! Pierce!" I shouted. The place was so quiet.

Is anybody even here? Damn.

"Oh my god, ma'am it's really you!" Maria our maid beamed.

I chuckled and ran into her arms. "Maria, hi." I said hugging her.

"It's good to have you back. I was away to celebrate my grandson's birthday. The Mr and Mrs gave me permission so I wasn't here for your surprise celebration." She explained.

"It's okay. It's still good to see you." I reassured her. She smiled.

"Likewise ma'am."

I was about to head upstairs, when I forgot that I needed to ask about Pierce's whereabouts.

"Um, Maria," she stopped suddenly.

"Yes ma'am?"

"Where's Pierce?" I inquired.

"I don't know ma'am.