**Elena’s POV**

The look on Elario’s face was more than I could bear. It wasn't just shock. It was the look of a man whose whole world had just fallen apart. I couldn't be the one to pick up the pieces for him. I was barely holding on to my own life.

I didn't wait for him to speak or for the tears I knew were coming. I shoved the car door open and ran, my legs feeling weak and shaky. I felt like I might faint again, but I didn't care. Adrenaline pushed me forward as I ran up the stone path ...