But then her sharp eyes focused on both Alexander, who stood quietly in the corner, and me. "Come closer," her voice said, low but commanding.
He stiffened at her tone, but he approached; his footsteps hesitant, nearly silent. His golden eyes caught the intensity of hers, and something in them flickered.
Her gaze lingered on him, assessing. "Silver," she muttered under her breath. Her focus then shifted, resting pointedly on me, or rather, my midsection.
I gulped, my hand instinctively trembling as it brushed against the lower part of my stomach.
"Both of you," Helena rasped firmly, a new strength in her voice. "Prepare my healing herbs. Together. The sacred chamber awaits. Do not come back until you’ve completed the ritual."
Alexander opened his mouth to protest, but her glare s
