In the aftermath of unveiling the truth about her werewolf lineage to Elijah, Joana hoped for a sense of respite and acceptance in their relationship. She yearned for a newfound tranquility, a semblance of peace in their tumultuous journey together. The nights following her revelation found her once again sharing Elijah's room, their closeness now stripped of previous barriers. The morning sunlight filtering through the open curtains cast a stark contrast to the weight in Joana's heart upon waking. With Elijah already off to work, she lingered in bed, seeking solace in the familiarity of their shared space as she gradually stirred from sleep.
However, a jolt of alarm coursed through Joana as she glanced at her phone and beheld a distressing headline accompanied by a photo of Elijah and he
