Chapter 6

Aldric kicked the door open and scooped Calanthe into his arms, his hands trembling.

"Calanthe, don't be scared. I'm taking you to the hospital right now," he said.

Briseis opened her mouth, wanting to explain.

Aldric strode past her, holding Calanthe tightly, his shoulder hitting hers hard as he went.

Briseis stumbled back a few steps, nearly losing her balance.

Aldric seemed not to notice at all, only concerned with comforting Calanthe in his arms.

He didn't say a single word, but the coldness from him was unmistakable to Briseis.

Briseis had no idea how she ended up at the…