Elena's POV.

　　I had been lying awake for the past three hours, my excitement and anticipation refusing to let me sleep. Finally, the moment I had been waiting for had arrived - my birthday! I couldn't wait to show the world my strength and celebrate another year of life.

　　As I turned around, I watched the sun rise through my window, its warm rays filling my room with a new light. I jumped out of bed, a huge smile spreading across my face.

　　Just then, I ...