Chapter 101

Scarlett’s POV: We were just stepping off the front steps when a car pulled into the driveway behind us. The headlights swept across our backs, and Eleanor shielded her eyes from the glare. “Who the heck is showing up this late?” I didn’t turn around. I already knew. Who else could it be? It had to be Everett. I figured he only came by now because he’d wrapped things up with Amelia. Eleanor followed me inside, shutting the door behind us. “No way… It’s Everett! Why is he here again now?” I glanced at the clock on the wall. 11:15 PM. Not bad. He moved fast. I let out a yawn. “Eleanor, I’m tired. I’m heading upstairs to crash.” “But… what about Everett?” She looked like she wanted to cry. Even though she still held a serious grudge against him, facing him alone was tough for her. I caught her unease and chuckled softly. “You can just not open the gate, you know.” “….” Beep… Suddenly, the sound of the keypad unlocking echoed from the entryway. Eleanor instantly stiffened, then darted over