Evander was quick to open the car door the moment Elena stepped out of the house. The girl seemed to be holding back tears, and once she was inside the car, they began to fall. Evander promptly got into the driver's seat and, without another word, drove Elena away from the house. It looked like Elena and Victoria had quite the argument inside.
Evander remained silent, observing Elena in the rearview mirror, allowing her to cry.
"Are we heading straight to the boutique, Miss?" Evander asked.
Elena took a deep breath, then shook her head without speaking. Evander understood. He drove the car straight onto the freeway, extending their journey.
Silence.
Elena gazed out the window.
"My mother threatened me," Elena finally said.
Evander glanced at her in the mirror, listening intently. El
