Chapter 14

When the cab pulled up in front of the villa, Zoey froze for a second as her gaze landed on the elegant plaque by the gate. She had assumed the address would lead her to a regular residential home. She hadn't expected it to be a private villa—nestled in peace and quiet—with a massive balcony to top it off. As she wheeled her luggage behind her, she stepped through the door. Instantly, sunlight poured into the room, revealing not a speck of dust. It was clear someone had been keeping the place spotless. After tidying up the bedroom, Zoey hung a few changes of clothes in the walk-in closet. When she flopped onto the soft, gigantic bed, her phone lit up with a message. It was from Jojo saying she was free tomorrow and would take her out to eat. Zoey immediately agreed before setting her phone down. There was a shelf full of books by the bedside. Out of habit, she reached for one and read it for a bit before drifting off to sleep. … The next morning, Zoey was already awake when