Lady of Serene Garden

A sweeping beam of headlights cut through the dark, quiet street. The bright light signaled Declan's swift arrival in the black Maybach. The heavy vehicle rolled to a smooth stop right in front of Rosalind. Declan stepped out into the crisp night air, opening the rear door with practiced efficiency.

"Mrs. Prescott, please get in the car."

Rosalind offered him a polite nod of thanks before stepp