Chapter 47: The Unwelcome Chambers

As they reached the second and final floor of the mansion, Olivera’s curiosity grew. This level was unlike the others she had seen; there were no rooms visible from the hallway, only smaller exhibition areas adorned with art and spaces for exercise. The grandeur of this floor was undeniable—its opulence surpassed that of the other levels, but it was a beauty that left her unsettled. The vast dining area and the sprawling kitchen only emphasized the emptiness of the space, contrasting sharply with the sense of isolation she felt. Olivera followed Raul in silence, her anxiety mounting with each step. She wondered why he had brought her to this floor and what purpose it served. The two doors at the end of the hallway loomed large in her mind. She initially mistook them for storerooms, despite their refined appearance. The luxuriousness of this section was striking; it was more tasteful and elegant than the rest of the mansion she had glimpsed. Raul’s stoic demeanor added to her unease.