Chapter 75

Elena’s POV The moment I realized my phone had no signal, a tight knot formed in my chest. My pulse raced as I hurried back toward the cabin, my stomach twisting with unease. Just as I reached the study, Eric stepped out, calm as ever. “No signal,” I blurted, my voice sharper than I intended. “I can’t reach anyone.” Eric appeared in the doorway of the study, his expression calm. “I noticed,” he said lightly. “The mountains block signals sometimes. Nothing unusual.” I took a shaky breath, my stomach twisting. “This doesn’t feel right. We shouldn’t be completely cut off. Could you… maybe have Nora send a couple of guards? Just as a backup?” He raised an eyebrow, walking over to me. His fingers brushed a strand of hair from my face, gentle but deliberate. “You’re worried? About me? About being alone up here?” “Yes,” I admitted, my voice tight. “I don’t know how to explain it. But something about this place feels… off. We need a safety net, even if it’s just a precaution.” He smiled faintl