Trigger Warning: This chapter contains emotionally intense scenes involving medical emergencies and grief.

Reader discretion is advised.

Alora’s POV

The moment the word left her lips, I snapped into motion.

I knew she wouldn't have the strength to push the pup because she had lost too much blood already. 

“Prep her for an emergency C-section,” I told the nurse, my voice sharper than I intended. Double-check vitals. We’re racing the clock.”

The head doctor nodded, instructing the ...