Chapter 11: Painted in Blood (Elara's POV)
Elias stared at me with undisguised surprise, his mouth slightly agape. The silence between us stretched uncomfortably as I stood there with my flowers, feeling increasingly awkward.
"You're... Elara?" he finally managed. "Caleb's sister?"
"Adopted sister," I clarified, trying to keep my voice neutral. "We grew up together."
His brow furrowed in confusion. "That's strange. Alpha has never mentioned having a sister."
The words stung more than they should have. Of course Caleb wouldn't talk about me. Why would he? I was just a painful reminder of a past he wanted to forget.
"Well, we haven't exactly been close lately," I said, forcing a smile. "Is it alright if I wait for him? I won't be any trouble."
Elias hesitated, clearly torn betw
