Chapter 72. Danger

Elena's POV.

The sudden knock at the door jolted me awake. I yawned, stretching my arms, and the knock came again, more insistent. My eyes widened as I remembered Derek was with me. I turned to him, and he was already awake, his eyes locked on mine.

"Who's there?" he whispered. I shook my head,

"I don't know. Hide," I whispered as I gestured for him to hide, and he quickly moved towards the bathroom, I watched as he disappeared from view, my heart racing with anticipation. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves, and slowly made my way to the door. I wondered who was at my door by this time.

I opened the door, and my tension dissipated as I saw the maid standing there. I breathed a sigh of relief, grateful it wasn't my parents. I blocked her entry, not wanting her to enter because she might see Derek belongings.

"Sorry to wake you up, my lady," she said, holding out a slipper.

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