Chapter 74

Elena’s POV

I felt a sense of satisfaction wash over me as I reflected on everything I had achieved so far. I had taken down Alex's sabotage attempts and protected my business. But amidst all the chaos, I knew I had been unfair to someone who mattered most - Daniel.

My best friend, my confidant, my rock. He had been with me through thick and thin, and I knew I owed him an apology. Not just for my recent behavior, but for everything.

So, I planned a little surprise for him. A vacation, just the two of us, to get away from it all and reconnect. He deserved it, and so did I.

I booked a cozy bed and breakfast in a quaint town a few hours away and surprised Daniel with the news. His face lit up with excitement, and for a moment, I saw the old Daniel, the one who wasn't worried about me or my antics.

"Thank you, Elena," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "I needed this. We needed this."

I smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. Maybe, just maybe, this was the start of something