Chapter 46

• The mansion, usually all sparkly and impressive, had this different vibe. It wasn't just about fancy gadgets and high-tech stuff anymore. Now, it was about family, safety, and maybe figuring out what was real in this mess of emotions.
• As the night got deeper, the staff turned some parts of the mansion into a kind of high-tech fortress. It was like they were getting ready for a space mission or something. Valerie, in the midst of it all, couldn't shake the feeling that this was more than just making the place safe for the night.
• Nelson, probably doing important boss things, emerged from wherever he disappeared to. Valerie, with a mix of frustration and curiosity, watched him give more instructions to the staff. It was all cold, serious stuff, like he was gearing up for some big battle.