THE STARDUST FORTUNE

Chapter 10: The Drake Mansion

The hover-limo glided to a stop in front of the imposing Drake mansion. Alex stepped out, his eyes widening at the sheer scale of the building.

"Welcome home, darling," Eleanor said, linking her arm through his.

As they approached the grand entrance, the doors swung open automatically. A tall, distinguished man in an impeccable suit bowed slightly.

"Welcome back, Madam Eleanor," he said. "And welcome to Drake Manor, Mr. Carter."

Eleanor smiled. "Alex, this is Jameson, our head butler. He'll see to your every need."

Alex nodded, feeling uncomfortable. "Nice to meet you, Jameson."

"The pleasure is mine, sir," Jameson replied, his eyes never leaving Alex's face. "Shall I show you to your quarters?"

As they walked through the mansion, Alex felt increasingly overwhelmed. "This place is... enormous," he whispered to Eleanor.

She laughed. "Oh, darling, you'll get used to it. Now, let me introduce you to the rest of the staff."

A whirlwind of introductions followed - maids, cooks, groundskeep