Derek's POV.

　　I woke up with a groan, my body aching all over. I desperately needed more sleep, but I couldn't afford to indulge in it. I had to go to work. As I reached for my phone, I half-expected to see a message from Elena, but there was none. It had been a week since she last contacted me, and her silence was starting to worry me.

　　I let out a weary sigh as I headed to the bathroom to start my morning routine. After a refreshing bath and dressing, I headed ...