Sophia's POV

The next day, Alexander arranged for a private doctor to come and evaluate my health and the progress of the pregnancy. The doctor arrives in the afternoon, and as she examines me, I can't help but feel a strange sensation. Her gaze lingers a bit too long, making me slightly uncomfortable. I brush off the feeling, chiding myself for overthinking things. After all, she's just doing her job.

Once the examination is over, the doctor assures us that everything appears to be ...