CHAPTER 25 Control

As Camilla prepared to depart the lavish estate, her maid, Margaret, hurried into the room with an urgent message. "Milady," Margaret announced, her voice tinged with excitement, "the Duchess Andrea has arrived. She awaits you in the lobby." Camilla's lips curled into a sardonic smile at the news. "Ah, Andrea," she remarked dryly, "she's finally come to see her adversary." With a dismissive wave of her hand, Camilla signaled for Margaret to leave her be. As the maid scurried away, Camilla's thoughts turned to the impending confrontation with her rival. The interior of the estate was a sight to behold, a testament to wealth and refinement. Intricately woven tapestries adorned the walls, depicting scenes of grandeur and romance. Ornate chandeliers cast a warm glow over the polished marble floors, illuminating the opulent furnishings that filled the room. As Camilla made her way to the lobby, the anticipation hung heavy in the air. She could feel the tension crackling beneath the sur