Blood bond

Call the Doctor.

Alexander's POV

"What's wrong, Maria?" I held her as she burned with fever. "Tell me, how do you feel?"

"Alex," she muttered quietly. "Please save me."

"Don't talk," I faltered as fear gripped me. "The doctor will be here soon to check on you." A knock interrupted me.

"Come in," I announced. Miller, the pack healer, walked in, carrying a box with him.

"Miller," I gently placed Maria on the bed. "Tell me, what's wrong with her?" I grabbed the hem of his clothes, demanding an answer.

"My king," he said, bowing.

"Enough with your greetings, Miller. Tell me, what's wrong with Maria?"

"My king, I need to examine her to determine the exact cause," he revealed.

"Okay." I let go of his clothes, and he began his examination.

"Hmmm!" He sighed.

"Is it serious, Miller?" I asked anxiously.

"It's very serious, my king," he replied. "She's very sick, and she needs..." He looked at me with concern.

"She needs what?" I trembled. "Tell me?"

"She's pale, and she requires