Leo did not adjust to the house.
The house adjusted around him.
He woke before everyone.
Not from habit.
From survival.
Silence meant safety.
Movement meant risk.
He walked barefoot through polished floors that reflected everything.
Too clean.
Too controlled.
He avoided touching objects.
Anything valuable meant danger.
The staff watched him carefully.
Not hostile.
Not welcoming.
Uncertain.
Daniel received the full report before breakfast.
“No records.”
