Elena went back to her office, her head a disarray of feelings and ideas.
Although she was able to get Liam's cooperation, she was still afraid of being found out. The feeling that Jace was observing her and waiting for her to make a mistake persisted in her mind.
Staring at the empty folder, she sat at her desk. Now that Liam had the documentation, the following step was crucial. She needed to remain concentrated and do her role well.
She was startled out of her reverie as the phone on her desk rang. With her heart racing, she picked it up.
"Elena, it's Jace," the recognizable voice said. "You must come to my office. Right now."
Elena felt her stomach fall. Had he made any discoveries? Taking a deep breath, she attempted to regain her balance. Calmly, "I'll be right there," was her r
