To new begginings
Elena's POV
I grabbed a few textbooks and shoved them into my bag, along with a bottle of water. Just as I zipped up my bag, Declan appeared in the doorway, his brow furrowed in confusion.
"Where are you going?" he asked, his voice laced with concern.
I met his gaze, steeling myself. "Mia and I are going back to university. We're resuming classes."
Declan's eyes widened, and he took a step towards me. "Elena, it's too dangerous. We haven't fully expelled your grandmother's spirit yet. You can't just-"
"Can't what, Declan?" I snapped, feeling the anger rise in my chest. "Go on with my life? You murdered my mother. You don't get to tell me what to do anymore."
His face fell, pain evident in his eyes. "Elena, please. I'm just trying to protect you."
"Protect me?" I s
