Kaelen’s heart pounded so hard it hurt. He didn’t think. He couldn’t.

All he saw was Selene’s limp body in his arms, her skin pale, blood staining the front of his robe.

“Get the physician! Now!” His voice cracked through the corridor, deep and wild, echoing against the marble walls. Guards scattered, startled by the fury in his tone. “Move!”

He didn’t wait for them to obey. His feet carried him faster, his arms tightening around her cold frame. Her head fell to the side, ...