Chapter 2

"Get in, miss."

The Prestons hadn't sent a welcoming committee, just a driver.

On the way, he rattled off all the rules I'd need to follow once we reached the Preston estate.

The car soon arrived. I followed the driver into a mansion that loomed like a palace of cold marble and soaring ceilings.

"Madam, she's here."

The elegant woman sipping tea on the sofa looked up, her gaze sweeping over me. She waved me closer. "Come here."

"What's your name?"

"Skylar."

The woman nodded. "Good. From now on, you'll be Skylar Preston."

"Mr. Sterling, take her upstairs."

"Yes, Madam."

I trailed behind the butler, my steps quiet on the gleaming floors.

The stair railing was carved from expensive sandalwood. Everywhere I looked, it screamed luxury.

But honestly? I wasn't all that impressed. In my previous life, I'd earned all this through my own grit and grind.

Mr. Sterling glanced back at me, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.

He pushed open a door, revealing a sprawling princess-themed room. "Miss, this will be your room from now on."

"You can rest for a bit. I'll be back later."

I stepped inside, surveying my surroundings.

The environment was exquisite. It was clear the Prestons spared no expense, even for an adopted daughter. The room exuded the refined luxury of high society.

A wave of pure excitement surged through me.

Last time, I had to claw my way up from nothing to earn a life like this. This time, with the Prestons' power behind me? I was going to conquer the world.