Chapter 173

Scarlett’s POV: I woke up early that morning and was taken out by my parents. They didn’t say where we were going; they just got into the car and drove toward the city center. Fifteen minutes later, the stretched Rolls-Royce entered the most exclusive private villa community in the city. A few minutes after that, the car pulled into the front yard of a villa. Seeing the scene unfold, I had a sinking feeling. “Dad, are you buying a house?” “This villa is currently the most exclusive, private, and best-secured property in L.A. You can stay here whenever you’re in the city.” My premonition confirmed, I sighed helplessly. “But I’ll be returning in just another month.” Dad looked at me. “So you won’t be coming back at all?” “Who knows about the future!” He sighed. “I actually hope you never come back!” “…” Mom smiled. “Your dad means that whenever work brings you back to L.A., staying in hotels isn’t practical. Having your own place is more comfortable. Buying it under your name means you c