Mary, who stood nearby, lowered her gaze. She had suspected it from the very beginning, as the signs of pregnancy grew more visible over time.
After all, she had been the one attending to Elis when her cycle returned. With her knowledge of women's health, it was only natural that she would notice such changes early.
By the time the princess consort had confirmed it herself, she had already been carrying the child for more than a month.
Soon after, her body began to weaken gradually, and the blood vomiting started, just as it had with Anna.
The condition worsened as the child continued to develop without its father's mana, draining Elis beyond what her fragile body could endure.
Kyren closed his eyes briefly, drawing in a slow breath. He understood the storm of emotions she must have been battling alone.
