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... trimmed hedges of the courtyard. It was a quiet little building practically hidden behind the manor.

With two grand doors as its main entrance facing the open space of the courtyard, I could imagine it being a good party venue. Providing an inner space for dances and an open courtyard for those seeking calm.

So why the hell didn’t my parents plan my birthday party here?

I had a few suspicions. Maybe they wanted the guests to linger around that massive front garden since t ...

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