Chapter 67 Accusations

• Alessia
• I opened my eyes to the dim basement, my body aching from the cold floor. Elena was pacing, her heels clicking against the cracked concrete. She seemed lost in thought, her brows furrowed, yet the venom in her eyes when she glanced at me remained unmistakable.
• I cleared my throat, pushing myself upright despite the ropes still binding my wrists. “Why are you doing this?” I demanded, my voice firm despite the fear bubbling inside me. “What have I ever done to you?”