#Chapter 115: A Step Back

Ella POV Before I even opened the message from Amanda, I called Alexander. My hands were trembling as I waited for the call to ring through, and relief washed over me when his face appeared on the screen. “What’s wrong?” he asked immediately, his expression sharpening as he took in my obvious distress. “I just got a text from Amanda,” I said, her name leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. “What could she possibly have to say to you?” Alexander asked, his voice low with suspicion. “I don’t know,” I admitted, my words tumbling out. “I haven’t actually looked yet. I guess I panicked and called you instead.” “Good,” Alexander said firmly. “You shouldn’t be dealing with either of them without someone there with you.” His words reassured me. He didn’t even know the full extent of what David and Amanda were capable of, but he understood enough to take my fears seriously. It was a comfort I desperately needed. “I’m opening the message now,” I said,