CHAPTER FIFTY FOUR – UP TO CAPACITY

As Mara hung up and hurried back to the cars, she couldn't help but wonder if Clarissa had been right. Was she just kidding herself, thinking she could ever truly be a part of Cassius's world? The rest of the day passed in a blur of scenic roads and tense silences. Mara found herself constantly on edge, waiting for the next demand or complaint from Clarissa and her friends. As the sun began to set, they finally arrived at their first overnight stop – a luxurious mountain resort nestled in the heart of a picturesque valley. Mara watched as the valet attendants rushed to assist Clarissa and her friends, barely sparing a glance for her as she climbed out of her own vehicle. "Mara!" Clarissa called, snapping her fingers impatiently. "Make sure all our bags get to the right rooms. And don't forget to confirm our dinner reservations for tonight." Exhausted but determined to do her job well, Mara nodded. "Of course, Clarissa. I'll take care of everything." As she juggled luggage and room