Chapter 246

Every time Felicia needed to leave the Russell estate, she'd rely on Kenneth for a ride down to town. But once at her destination, she'd insist he return without her. She'd always arrange her own way back, usually by cab. Kenneth had followed those instructions to the letter, but tonight, that wasn't enough to appease Stephan. Stephan glared at him before turning on his heel and heading toward the door. His determined stride left no doubt about his intentions—he would personally pick her up. But just as he reached the entrance, headlights flickered outside, and the sound of an approaching cab made him pause. Felicia stepped out of the cab, carrying herself with her usual nonchalance. "Thanks. Just wait here a moment," she told the driver before heading toward the house. She met Stephan in the doorway. "Oh, hey," she greeted casually, barely slowing her pace as she slipped past him. Stephan stood still, his expression unreadable. Though his dark eyes followed her retrea