Kane POV
Just as I thought the drama at the door was over and Derick—Elena's ex—was about to slink off, the universe decided to throw another curveball my way. Because, of course, why would things ever be simple?
Before Derick could fully disappear, another scent hit me—a familiar one that made my stomach churn.
And my ghost stepped through.
Ashley.
My sub.
The one person who had been the bane of my relationship with Elena. Her presence was a constant shadow, a reminder of mistakes made and trust broken. And now, of all times, she was here, standing at the threshold with that familiar defiant look in her eyes.
Before I could demand an explanation, her attention wasn't on me.
"Derick?" she said, her voice laced with disbelief and irritation. "What are you doing here?"
The way she said his name—it was personal. Too personal.