Elena's POV.

　　One week later.

　　The early morning sun shone directly into my eyes, and I groaned, tossing aside my pillow and covering my face. I wanted more sleep, craving the oblivion that only darkness could bring. I had stayed up late last night,and now my body was paying the price.

　　Just as I was starting to drift off again, a knock at the door interrupted my peace. I ignored it, hoping that whoever it was would take the hint and leave me alone. But ...