Luna Doris's heart lurched. She clasped her hands together so tightly her knuckles turned white before looking helplessly at Alpha Victor. "Maybe..." she said after a moment, choosing her words carefully. "Maybe we should check on Ivy first. If she's doing better now... perhaps the doctor could step out and examine Emma for a moment before coming back." The suggestion sounded reasonable. Alpha Victor gave a slight nod, ready to make the arrangements when a loud, familiar scoff made him freeze on the spot. Kael hadn't spoken a word since the maid arrived with news about Emma. He had quietly withdrawn into the background, allowing the Reed family to discuss the matter among themselves. From where he sat, he watched them weigh one decision against another, speaking so naturally about

