Silas -POV "I'll rephrase it. I need you to play the role of my boyfriend," Elena replied, stumbling over her words. "I'm happy to help, Elena. So, what's your plan?" I could sense something was going on, and the thrill and energy emanating from Elena confirmed my suspicions. "I was going to take my fake actor out on a date and pretend he was my boyfriend to get back at my ex-fiancé, to be honest with you. But I agree to go on a dinner date with you to make it seem like we're dating. I didn't mean to use you like that, Silas. I'm sorry," Elena confessed remorsefully. "I've called the paparazzi and media to cover this news. I'm sorry again." "Don't apologize, Elena. I'll pretend to be your fake boyfriend," I assured her. Elena let out a sigh of relief. Elena looked so beautiful that eve