The One-Way Ticket

She was always the daughter who stayed behind.While her parents spoiled Bella and celebrated Matteo, Elena was expected to work, sacrifice, and never complain. When her family leaves for a dream vacation without her, something inside her finally breaks.She walks away with nothing but a suitcase—and a chance to start over abroad.After a violent encounter brings her into Adrian’s life, Elena discovers what it feels like to be protected, respected, and truly loved. But when her family finally re