I carry her towards my room, holding her close as her tears dampen my chest. Her distress weighs heavily on my heart, and I feel an overwhelming anger towards my brother for causing her such agony.

As I lay her down on the bed, her cry of profound pain echoes through the room, sending shivers down my spine. A wave of sadness washes over me, and I just stare at her in utter shock.

“Alexander, it hurts like hell.” She cries, looking at me.

“Where, love?” I ask, stroking her hair as she ...