And they began running toward the vampire clan, wishing they had wings to make the journey quicker.

Right now, they regretted not having studied much ancestral magic.

*****

"Rose," Olivia called out to her just before she retreated back to her room.

Rose sighed and turned to face her.

"I understand that you’re a bit upset. Being away from your mates affects you, even though you’re human, because you carry their marks. But you’re a doctor—you saw how much Nagy was suffering. We’re doing this for her, to save her life."

Olivia was trying to reason with Rose, though she was growing slightly annoyed with what she saw as selfish behavior.

They had treated Rose well, and Olivia understood her situation because she also had a human side. Still, her sensitivity toward the topic of motherhood was heightened due to her own past traumas.

"I’m not upset, just a bit unsettled. It’s probably because of what you mentioned about the mark. Of course, I understand. Don’t worry," she replied, giving her