Elise's POV

My heart was hammering so hard I was sure Drake could hear it from across the room.

"Alpha Drake," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "I... I wasn't expecting you."

His eyes swept the room like he was searching for something, and I held my breath. Had he heard us talking? Did he know about Amelia's true identity?

But his expression remained neutral, almost bored. "I hope I'm not interrupting anything important."

"Not at all," I lied smoothly. "I was just... admiring the ...