Elena shut the door behind her and leaned against it for a second, taking a deep breath. Her hands were trembling, but she clenched them into fists and forced herself to walk. She wasn’t going to let Liam see her shaken. Not anymore.
By the time she made it back down the hallway and into the lobby, her face was calm again. Mr. Clerk was standing with Mr. Bennett near the desk, both men watching her closely as she approached.
Mr. Clerk raised an eyebrow. “Well?”
Elena straightened her shoulders. “I handled it.”
The manager studied her, as if trying to read between her words. “Handled it?”
“Yes,” she said firmly. “The guest won’t be causing any more trouble. There’s no need to send anyone else up there.”
Mr. Bennett glanced at her worriedly. “Are you sure you’re alright? You’ve only ju
