After thinking it over, Ashley Grant said with grave sincerity, "It's for the best that you've thought this through. Okay, then. When you go abroad, try to be a better person, turn over a new leaf. You still have a chance, so don't go down the wrong path again. This is as far as I'll take you. Take care, and I won't see you out. Remember, once you're gone, don't come back!"
Vivian Yates: "..."
'Does she fucking think I'm a prisoner?'
'A prisoner...'
Vivian Yates's expression stiffened at the thought.
'Whatever. I should just hurry up and get out of this place.'
And just like that, Vivian Yates went abroad as planned.
...
Annabelle Linton and Leona Grant returned the next day.
After they got back, Ashley Grant recounted everything without leaving out a single detail, but Annabelle Linton didn't show much of a reaction.
