Elena's POV.

　　I parked my car and entered the bar, which was noisy and crowded. I began to weave through the crowd, my eyes scanning the room for Marrok, but he was nowhere to be found. I wondered if he was with Derek instead.

　　Just as I was about to give up and step outside, I collided with someone, "Ouch!" I winced in pain, rubbing my head. When I looked up, I saw Marrok standing before me.

　　I let out a sigh of relief, "Oh, it's you." He raised an ...