Daphne's Pov

“Child, I don't know what I can possibly say,” the doctor said with sympathy, eyes soft and caring. It made me run down a quick memory lane. I couldn't remember this gender; men, in particular, begotten me in anything other than lust.

His grey eyes, though they seemed empty, held so much emotion.

“Well, you are the doctor. Surely you must know a suitable lie that'll keep a man away. Specifically the alpha.” I dragged the last line and arched a brow.

The doctor sat down on the bed by my side, his gaze made me want to lean in, rest my head on his shoulder and talk...