Contract With The Alpha King by Brey Mitchylle

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"So, this is where you will be working," the head physician, Miss Rose or Miss Rosenda, said. She didn't bother to look at Fiona as she spoke, continuing to walk briskly. Fiona noticed the slight disdain in her tone. Still, she chose to ignore it, knowing she needed to focus on her new responsibilities.

He had explained the deal he struck with the King-a deal that hinged entirely on his ascension to the throne. They would be allowed to marry, but only if Elijah succeeded in becoming the next King. The wedding would take place immediately after his coronation, symbolizing not just a union between them but also a political strategy to secure his future.

The King's reasoning was clear. He wanted to shield his son and heir from the inevitable backlash that would come from the council. The council members, always eager to exploit any weakness, would likely see Elijah's marriage as an opportunity to undermine him. By delaying the wedding until after Elijah was crowned, the King hoped to minimize their ability to use the marriage against him.

Fiona understood the King's cautious approach. In fact, she felt a sense of gratitude toward him for looking out for Elijah's interests. Still, the waiting, the uncertainty-it left a knot of tension in her chest. All of it hinged on Elijah becoming king, and she knew the road ahead would not be easy.

Because of this, she immediately agreed to start working in the main palace where the physicians or healers stayed.

Healing in the werewolf world operated differently from humans. Werewolves already had the natural ability to heal rapidly, often recovering from minor wounds in a matter of hours. However, for more serious injuries-deep wounds, broken bones, or even internal damage- their healing could be assisted by specific herbs and techniques that only skilled healers knew how to use.

Miss Rosenda explained this as she led Fiona through the medical wing. "Most of the time, we aren't needed for cuts or bruises. Werewolves can handle those on their own. But when it comes to major injuries-those inflicted during battles or accidents that damage organs-we step in. Our job is to speed up the process, reduce pain, and ensure proper recovery."

They stopped in front of a shelf filled with jars of dried herbs, roots, and strange powders. "These," Rosenda pointed to the rows of ingredients, "are essential. Herbs like Bloodroot and wolfsbane, when used correctly, can promote faster tissue regeneration. However, they must be administered in precise amounts. Too little, and it's useless. Too much, and you risk poisoning the patient."

Fiona nodded, listening carefully.

us time to set

cold, but the information was crucial. "We rarely perform surgeries unless it's a life-or-death situation. The body will resist it unless we can suppress its natural response. That's

knew these things, as she had started training when she was very young. However, she still nodded her head and pretended

emergencies that arise in the palace," Rosenda continued. "And you're on

pleasantries, and Fiona had no intention of trying to befriend the woman. She wasn't here to

"This will be your quarters," she said, opening the door to reveal a modest space with a simple bed, a desk, and a small wardrobe. "You'll sleep here when you're not on

back down the hall. "I'll show you

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moved swiftly, leaving Fiona little time to think as they approached another room. It was larger, filled with shelves of medical tools, bandages, and herbs, all neatly organized. "This is where the medical supplies are kept. You'll

chaos. She nodded, understanding the

won't go into the details of your circumstances, as I'm sure you're aware. Just know that you

face neutral She had

more thing-be careful. The fact that the Prince himself vouched for you has already attracted attention. People will be watching you closely, waiting for you to slip

and walked out of the room leaving Fiona standing alone. She took a deep breath, trying her best to act calm. She had already agreed to work