Neither child knew the other existed, and none of those watching over them yet understood the invisible force that seemed to bind their fates together.
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By the time they returned to the Royal Quarters, Takoda had been carefully settled into one of the guest bedrooms adjoining Dakota and Kade's private suite.
The little girl lay peacefully beneath soft ivory blankets, her breathing slow and even as though she were merely enjoying an afternoon nap instead of lying unconscious.
Amelia and Sera remained at her bedside, taking turns checking her pulse, breathing, and temperature every few minutes despite knowing there was little else they could do.
Every examination ended with the same frustrating conclusion. Physically, there was nothing wrong with her. She simply refused to wake up.
