Lucien

“Her pregnancy, it’s unusual,” Cane said, his voice low. “The baby is so—”

A sudden tug at my mind cut through his words. Abel’s voice came sharp and urgent. “A letter came from the council, you need to see it.”

I took a slow breath, pushing the interruption aside. My eyes flicked to the doctor. “We will discuss this later,” I said, my tone cold, controlled. “But hear me clearly, never invite Ashley to your office alone again. Do you understand me?”

Cane nodded quickly, his hands tightening on the desk. “Yes, my king.”

I turned sharply and walked out, my mind racing as I walked to my office....