Elena - POV"This is Elena Hayes, Letty. You know who she is, and I know you want her autograph," Silas added, grinning at Letty. I was surprised to see him smile at all.When I glanced at Yuri, she had a severe expression and wasn't smiling."Elena, I am your biggest fan and would love to have your autograph," Letty replied, smiling and taking the paper and pen from her to give her my autograph."Silas informed me you signed a deal with him for your next project. I'm looking forward to your new movie," Letty said as her hand grabbed his arm. I glanced at Silas, who didn't look at me but sighed as Letty spilled the beans.Silas letting her in on this secret made me angry since it was supposed to remain hidden until we conducted the press conference in public."Yuri, you don't have to follow me. I can get myself home," I replied without looking around to see Silas and Letty standing nearby. It stabbed my heart, and I couldn't understand why I felt this way since I wasn't dating Silas an

Elena - Pov"What was I thinking last night? I almost kissed Silas." As the visions from the previous night replayed in my memory, I grumbled aloud, chiding myself for my foolishness."Is something wrong?" Lyra inquired, stroking Bruno's fur as he lay contentedly in her lap. "Lately, Elena, you've been keeping me out of the loop. Are you sure you're doing well? The mess made by your ex-fiancé must weigh on you. If you want to talk, I am here for you," Lyra commented. I twirled the fork between my fingers, slowly processing Lyra's words."I... Lyra... I'm not sure what to say, what I feel..." I choked on my words. Reaching for the glass of water, I swallowed the emotional lump in my throat.Lyra immediately jumped from her seat, Bruno following suit. Crouching next to me, Lyra softly touched my hand, staring at me melancholic. Overwhelmed by memories of Jake's betrayal and the illness gnawing at me, I broke down. I confided in her about Jake's departure for another woman and the loneli

Elena - POVI felt optimistic that filming would soon commence. Our movie, the story of an Alpha Wolf and his forbidden mate, held great promise. These kinds of films invariably excited audiences; it would surely be box office hit.Janice walked in, scrutinizing my demeanor. Her lips twitched into a small smile. "Ms. Hayes, here is your black coffee," she said as she placed an invitation card and a luxuriously wrapped hamper on my desk."Who sent this?" I asked."It's an invitation to the gala. The hamper is from Drake Walker," she explained. The gift basket contained a bottle of vintage wine, some rare chocolates, and a handwritten note."Although it's still early, I just had to share my excitement at being chosen and given the honor of working with you." I couldn't help but grin at his corny phrases."Ms. Hayes, who will you attend the gala with?" Janice asked cautiously."I'm going alone." I sighed, taking a sip of my coffee to stifle my frustration."Ms. Hayes, the doctor is return

Elena - POV"Enough," I hissed in frustration. "Jake, I need some time to think about this. Can't you see that, Silas?" Silas shot an indignant glance at Jake, but when he looked at me, Silas's gaze was full of hurt. With this, Silas marched out of the room."Thank you, Elena; I'll wait for your response." As I processed Jake's words, he gently kissed my forehead. After Jake departed, only Janice and I remained."Are you sure, Ms. Hayes, that you want to reconcile your differences with Mr. Smith?" Janice asked. "I realize this isn't the time or the place to bring this up, but he treats you like trash, and yet, you want him back.""Janice, you're my secretary, so kindly leave," I snapped. Janice exited the room. Her face twisted in pain. I somewhat agreed with her, but as Jake pleaded for a second chance, memories of the three years I had spent with him overcame me. I felt a yearning to build a home with him.I wanted to give my ex another chance. Simply put, I wanted to enjoy the time

Silas - POVI introduced Elena to the pack elders, likening the government to our system, with myself as the president. Elena chuckled at my explanation, but I hadn't yet enlightened her on the workings of the wolf realm. Emma greeted Elena warmly, contrasting with Henry, whose gaze bore hostility. However, he quickly masked his emotions when he noticed my sharp eyes on him."Elena, would you like a tour of our town after meeting Yuri?" Emma proposed. Confusion flickered in Elena's eyes as she glanced at me. Nodding in agreement with Emma's suggestion, I understood Elena's questioning look. Earlier, I'd made Elena feel unwelcome, escorting her out of my pack without delay.Following Emma and Henry's departure, Mac, Elena, and I headed to the infirmary. Mac updated me that Letty had been discharged from the infirmary and was resting at home, while Yuri had regained consciousness but couldn't recall who had attacked their vehicle."Oh, what a surprise, Elena," Yuri greeted, her mother fe