Chapter 24

I heard that Lana is still in the hospital, so I went straight there. I couldn't shake off the nervousness I'd been feeling since we left the mansion. I felt so sorry for what happened to them, especially Lana.

Just as Rodrigo had said, I had a companion with me. He's the one driving the car now. He's probably not much younger than Rodrigo. He's young, but I don't talk to him. Everyone close to Rodrigo is also evil. I'm sure if Rodrigo ordered him to kill me, he wouldn't hesitate to do it. That's how twisted their souls are.

I remained quiet in the car, trying to distract myself from the surroundings we passed by. It's been so long since I've been outside, even though I was only locked up in that house for a day. I already missed going to our school. I can't live like this forever. I need to figure out how to get away from Rodrigo without putting my loved ones in danger. He gives me luxuries, but in return, he degrades me. I held onto the necklace hanging around my neck. No matter wh