"Please understand, Elena. Alpha Bernard, Luna Gladys, she's in bad shape, so she accidentally threw the food," Samantha's voice was earnest, her eyes pleading for forgiveness.Elena's gaze remained locked on Prince Adrian, disbelief coursing through her. The man who had held her captive last night, declaring her his Mate, sat there unperturbed.Alpha Bernard's brow furrowed as he turned to Samantha. "If she isn’t feeling well, why is she still working here? She should be resting," he said, his voice filled with concern.Samantha’s shoulders tensed as she tried to explain. "She insisted on serving today, Alpha Bernard. We're short on staff."Alpha Bernard shook his head. "No, I don’t think so. She needs rest," he stated firmly.Elena felt Alpha Bernard's eyes on her, but she couldn't look away from Prince Adrian, who seemed oblivious to the turmoil he caused."It's Elena, isn't it?" Alpha Bernard’s voice finally broke through her haze.She bowed her head slightly. "Yes, Alpha Bernard.
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