Draven POV I dragged a hand through my hair and blew out a long breath, “Elena,” She shook her head, “you don’t mean that.” I walked towards her but had to stop when she kept retreating. I softened my voice, reaching out to her, “let’s go back to the palace, you look like you’re going to collapse at any second.” “No,” she shook her head again, “I’m not going anywhere with you.” I unclenched my teeth and tried to muster a small smile, “we can talk about this when we get back. You need to rest.” “I’m fine,” she wrapped her arms around herself, her green eyes staring directly into mine, “you can go ahead. I’ll head back once Lucas wakes up.” I clenched and I clenched my fists. Don’t do it. Just walk away. I walked forwards, ready to leave without her but when I saw how her eyes glance

