“I shouldn't be telling you this. The Blackwoods are powerful people—and not only could I lose my license, I could lose my life,” the doctor whispered, eyes darting nervously around his office like he expected someone to burst out of the walls and catch him mid-confession.

“Nothing like that will happen. I assure you—”

He cut her off. “I don't think you can assure me of anything. Kieran Blackwood isn’t who you think he is. He’s not the innocent, charming playboy the world sees. I saw how he reacted... just because she cried.”

Monica frowned, her hands curling into fists in the fabric of her skirt. “Don’t you think I...