Elora?

Killian's POV.

I headed straight for the mansion doors, Beta Dayton following me from behind. Getting to the door, it was opened for me, and I didn't hesitate to walk into the mansion.

“Home!” I halted briefly as I took in the scent that enveloped me at the first step.

Just as I was still trying to find peace in the environment, Stella rushed to me.

“Alpha Killian, you are back finally! I'm glad. How are you? Did…” She was going to keep asking, but recalling what she did, I couldn't help but frown immediately.

“Act like you didn't see me, Stella!" I cautioned as I slid my hands into my pockets.

I was going to walk out on her, but simply then, she held my hand, halting me right in my tracks.

“Can we stop the fight already, Alpha Killian? I told you, I didn't do it!” She tried to defend herself, her voice barely above a whisper as she sounded pretty nervous.

“Firstly…” I trailed my glare to her hand that held onto mine tightly, and I didn't hesitate to pull my hand out of her gri