CHAPTER TWENTY SEVEN

ELARA’S POV

The moment the words left his mouth, my heart exploded like fireworks. My eyes widened on their own. My breath caught. I pulled back a little, almost afraid I had imagined it.

You say what?

I barely whispered, but the question trembled out of me like a secret begging for light.

“My King.” The physician stepped in immediately. “Forgive me for interrupting the moment, but I need to confirm you are fully rid of the poison.”

If looks could kill, he ...