Third Person POV

The hallway is silent for only a moment before Cole’s voice cuts through it, sharp and demanding, loaded with a power that makes Elena’s chest tighten instantly. “Open this door. Now. Or I’ll kick it in.” His words reverberate down the hall, carrying a weight that would make most people freeze. But Elena is not like most people. Her fingers tighten around the doorknob, her heart hammering in her chest. However, her mother's instinct is strong. She is like a lioness ...