"No!" I screamed.

I struggled, but the guards dragged me back inside the palace to the main hall.

Elena, you sneaky snake!

After Vincent risked everything to help me escape Tracy and Benson's clutches, Elena pulled this outrageous stunt.

Cold sweat dripped down my back as we approached the main hall doors. My hands felt numb from the guards' tight grip. The guards at the door gave me confused looks, but Elena quickly ordered them to open the doors.

I caught Elena casting a triumphant glance in my direction, a mischievous smile on her lips, before she strutted confidently into the hall. As expected, all eyes turned to her entrance...