CHAPTER 119

SAPPHIRE’S POV

I devised a risky scheme one day out of desperation and a deep want to be with him. I was able to get past security by pretending to be a nurse and enter Alcandar's room. My soul was broken by the sight of him lying there, so defenseless and unresponsive. I prayed for a sign that he could hear me as I stretched out for his hand, unable to contain my emotions.

Overwhelming emotions overcame me just as I was ready to depart, causing me divided between my love for Alcandar and my commitment to Adrian. I sobbed as the hurt of Alcandar's illness, the dread of losing him, and the excitement and anticipation of our kid all mingled.

Adrian and one of the doctors raced into the room, having been alerted by my weeping. I couldn't hold back any longer; I needed them both at the time.

"Sapphire, you shouldn't be here," Adrian murmured again, attempting to shield me.

"You need to think of yourself and the baby."

But I couldn't stand it any longer. My heart ached for Alcandar as I cl