Chapter 51 You Examine Mr. Luca

"Then, I'll take you back," Samuel said. He and Madeline had spoken almost at the same time. Samuel rose to his feet. "No, it's okay." Madeline stopped him quickly. "Stay with Mrs. Jameson Senior a little longer. I can leave on my own." She didn't want to make Samuel go out of his way for her, especially since she was heading to the Luca residence. Samuel looked like he wanted to argue, but Eleanor cut in before he could. "Let her go on her own." As she spoke, she shot Samuel a pointed look, a clear warning not to rush things. Samuel had no choice but to back off. "Call me if anything comes up." "Okay." Madeline turned back and smiled at him, then left the Jameson residence. Then, she flagged down a cab and gave the driver the address to the Luca residence. Over half an hour later, the cab finally stopped in front of a grand, imposing villa. The Luca residence sat partway up the hillside, surrounded by lush trees. Security was tight, and two tall guards stood at the gate. M