Chapter 25 Shadows Of The Past

• Alina sat on the plush cushion, surrounded by her entourage of maids. The soft glow of the candles and the gentle hum of the massage machines created a serene atmosphere, perfect for relaxation. One maid massaged her legs, expertly kneading the muscles to release any tension. Another maid filed her fingernails, shaping them into perfect ovals. A third maid massaged her head, her fingers deftly working out the knots and kinks.
• As Alina closed her eyes, letting out a soft sigh of contentment, she felt her worries and cares melting away. The gentle touch of the maids and the soothing sounds of the machines were like a balm to her frazzled nerves.
• Just as she was starting to drift off into a state of deep relaxation, another maid sat beside her, reading from a tablet. " 'Eve Bancroft, sister of Alina Bancroft, has been accused of stabbing her sister in a fit of rage,' " the maid read, her voice dripping with drama.