Damien muttered a string of curses under his breath, then suddenly seized Yelena’s hands in one strong grip and glared down at her. “Stop acting like a f*****g b***h, Yelena. Just stop, It doesn’t suit you,” he said through clenched teeth, his voice low as if he didn’t want Lila to hear. “I told you from the start that I can’t f*****g love you. So what is it now? Are you doing this to win Makaim’s favor again?” Yelena sniffled. “My uncle has turned his back on me all because of you, Wolfe!” she shrieked. Damien quickly clamped a firm hand over her mouth, stealing another glance in Lila’s direction. Yelena flinched, surprised by the sudden move. She turned her head toward where he was looking and saw Lila. She stood a few feet away in the hallway, dressed in black running shorts and a w

