The Perfect Duchess Dies At Dawn
Damian ran behind them, crying out, "Mother! Mother, wake up! I'll never say those things again! I was wrong!"
As he reached the manor gates, he collided with the royal physician, who had just arrived.
"Quickly! Save her!" Alistair screamed, his eyes wild. "Use your best medicine! Spare no expense!"
The physician, startled by his appearance, rushed forward and took my wrist, his hands shaking.
The air seemed to freeze.
After a few moments, the color drained from the physician's face.
His hands trembled. A cold sweat broke out on his brow.
He slowly removed his hat and sank to one knee.