Chapter 329

Elara's POV

I stepped forward, my heart thundering in my chest as I faced Declan. My voice was low but steady, trying to mask the storm inside. "Jessa's slap… I'll let it pass. But I hope… Mr. Caldwell, you can give me a moment alone. There are things I need to say to you."

Declan's gaze flickered, a flash of curiosity crossing his otherwise unreadable face. "You… knew me befo