Hayle glanced around the central hall of the house, feeling it fitting to be likened to a palace. The location seemed remote, not close to urban areas; during their drive back from the hospital, she noticed it was quite secluded. The main gate was far from the house itself, requiring them to pass through pine trees that kept the surroundings cool and green.
"Mr. Jaxter instructed that you may leave your room and roam anywhere around the house, except..." Roberto emphasized the exception. "Mr. Jaxter's main chambers and the building in the backyard. Apart from those, feel free to explore."
Hayle smirked before nodding slowly. "And I cannot leave this place."
"That's correct unless Mr. Jaxter approves."
"What about the garden?" Hayle asked to confirm. "I just can't step past that gate, r
