FORSYTHIA'S POV "Hi, Joel. Is there something you need?" Mak and I stepped apart, turning our attention to Joel. Mak’s hand remained on my hip, acting as a protective reassurance. Joel’s eyes flicked down to Mak’s hand, then back up. He asked, "Do you recall what Gianis’s son said?" "He and I used to sleep together, obviously," I shrugged indifferently. "The important part is that he claimed the two of you slept together right before you and Mak met. The Council of Elders has some doubts regarding..." "As I said, Joel. We had a medical check-up. The results showed that we are both perfectly healthy, with no diseases." "I meant the pregnancy," Joel emphasized. "If you are afraid my child will carry half-Draco blood, you need not worry. The results also showed that I am not pregnant.

