Adeline’s POV
The morning started quiet, oblivious of the bad news about walking in. I was sorting new reports when the door opened without a knock. Dr. Anderson walked in, dressed in his polished coat. His expression told me he wasn’t here for work.
“Doctor Lean,” he said, his voice carrying the usual self-importance. “I thought I’d come by myself instead of sending a note. His Majesty has agreed to my proposal.”
I straightened the tablecloth that didn’t need fixing. “Proposal?”
“The trial,” he said, smiling like it was a victory. “The Alpha King has approved it. My methods will be used. You can pause all your work from this moment. I’ll take over your patient.”
I didn’t answer at first. I studied him, wondering how someone could speak so proudly about testing a child. “So you came t
