“You meant to call my daughter impure,” I cut in. “Finish your statement carefully.”
He swallowed hard. “I meant only that balance must be restored. I assure you, it’s completely safe.”
Safe. I’d heard that word and that was right before losing everything.
I rose from my seat. “You’ll rest tonight, Doctor. Beta Rowan will escort you to your quarters. I’ll review your proposal after due consideration.”
He opened his mouth again, but the warning in my eyes stopped him cold. “As you wish, Your Majesty.”
I nodded to Rowan. “Take him.”
Immediately the door shut behind them, Adam’s voice came back. He was quieter this time. He’ll destroy her if you let him.
“I won’t.”
You’re thinking of her.
“She’s part of this whether I want her to be or not.”
Go to her, Adam urged. She’s close.
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