Chapter 19: The Trap (Elara's POV)
Blue and purple lights washed over me at the Golden Moon Club. Music pounded through the floor, matching my nervous heartbeat. I tugged my short black dress down, feeling exposed. This wasn't my style, but I needed to catch Daniel's eye tonight.
"Stop fidgeting," Samuel whispered. "You look fine."
"Are the crystals ready?" I asked.
Samuel nodded, patting his pocket. "All set. They'll record everything—video, audio, even pheromones."
"Find a corner table with a view of the VIP section," I reminded him. "And don't look at Daniel or his Betas."
Samuel's face was pale. This was dangerous for a young Beta like him.
"I know the plan," he said. "But Elara, are you sure? Daniel is dangerous."
I thought of Finn in his hospital bed, wrists bandaged
