Evelyn climbed into the car, her mind spinning. "Please take me back to the mansion, James. I'm done for the day."

During the drive, she clutched the mysterious red necklace, staring at the gemstone that seemed to glow. Richard had genuinely looked confused when she'd shown it to him. But Claire... Claire's face had gone white with shock. She knew something about this necklace, but Evelyn doubted her stepmother was the sender. If not her family, then who?

Lost in thought, Evelyn barely noticed arriving at Rosewood Mansion. James carried her belongings inside, and she was halfway up the grand staircase when a familiar voice stopped her.

"Long day?"

She...