Kaelen didn't hesitate. He scooped Elara's fragile form into his arms, her body weightless against him. He barked orders at the guard, his voice laced with royal authority that brooked no argument. "Open the gate! Now! And get a car ready! This omega needs medical attention immediately!"
He didn't wait for a confirmation. He surged through the gate, his heart pounding against his ribs in a frantic rhythm that mirrored the urgency of the situation. The car was there, engine running, and he gently placed Elara in the back seat, cradling her head in his lap. "Drive!" he commanded, his eyes locked on Elara's pale face, already slick with sweat.
The drive to the Royal Crescent Hospital was a blur of sirens and reckless speed. Kaelen felt a primal fear grip him, a fear he hadn't experienced si
