ELENA POVMy heart pounded like a drum as Arthur stood there, his eyes locked on mine. It was like a punch to the gut when I realized he was here. Arthur, my first, my everything. The one who'd shattered my world and left me to pick up the pieces.My wolf howled inside me, a mournful cry that echoed in my soul. She wanted him back, desperately. But I had to be strong. I had to hold it together and not give in to this desire sprouting up again."Nice to meet you," I managed to say, my voice steady though my insides were a raging storm. I extended my hand, a forced smile plastered on my face.I felt his hand, warm and familiar, and it was all I could do to stop myself from grabbing him and never letting go.Lilica was oblivious to the tension. She chattered on and on. I began to wonder if that was his type — elegant, sophisticated, and most importantly, not the daughter of a tyrant. She seemed happy around him. How long had they been dating? She introduced him as her fiancé. When were t
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