Alpha Ethan Blackwood’s POV
His mother’s sudden collapse had thrown the entire estate into a panic, and the reality of their situation had crashed down on Ethan with terrifying speed. Because Doctor Jean had flatly refused to set foot on Blackwood land, Ethan had been forced to mount his swiftest stallion, ride desperately to the Royal Capital, and personally pull a high-ranking royal healer back to the territory.
Now, Ethan stood anxiously at the foot of his mother's bed, watching the royal healer pack away his glowing instruments. Brenda lay pale and wheezing against her pillows, her breathing shallow and ragged.
The healer straightened up, letting out a heavy, defeated sigh. "Alpha Ethan, I have tried everything within my power to stabilize her, but my treatments are only acting as a
