Autumn's phone vibrated in her pocket, and her hand immediately reached for the familiar shape of her device. Her eyes flicked down to the screen, reading the message from Charlie.

The news will be leaked by the end of the day.

A spark of anticipation ignited in Autumn's chest. She had been the one to set the plan in motion, but knowing it was all falling into place was nerve-wracking. Her heart raced as she absorbed the weight of her decision.

Just as she started to process the message, she felt a light tap on her shoulder. She looked up to find a maid standing close, her expression serious.

"Miss,...