Chapter 100
The sound of hurried footsteps echoed down the hall. A moment later, the doctor entered, carrying his leather bag. He bowed quickly to Federico and Vicky before rushing to Azalea’s bedside.
“Your Majesty,” he said gravely, glancing at Federico. “I’ll need to examine her immediately.”
Vicky stepped forward, lowering her voice so that only the doctor could hear. “Please, tell everyone to wait outside. This is not for all ears.”
The doctor nodded subtly and turned to the room. “If you could all wait outside, I need absolute quiet and space to examine her properly.”
Federico hesitated for a heartbeat, reluctant to leave his wife, but Vicky laid a hand on his shoulder. “I’ll stay with her,” she said softly.
Ophelia’s brows shot up, her arms folding. “Why should we all leave? S
