Ariel's breath caught in her throat as they turned to a driveway flanked with high hedges leading into a vast estate, which was like it mounted the night air.

The House was a remarkable fusion of new architecture and full of grace; including large glass walls, illuminating inner lighting, just like a guiding light in the middle of the ocean. The place was well arranged; the flowers were adequately cared for; all spoke of a load of care and attention. Upon the stoppage of the automobile, Ariel exhaled a high dose of jitters.

The driver disembarked from the sleek automobile and came around to open her car door, offering his...