Chapter 364

"My physical condition..."

"There are indeed some issues with your health." Vivian spoke softly. "I can prescribe some herbal remedies to improve your constitution, even if pregnancy isn't immediately possible."

The Queen finally lowered her guard. "Thank you, Dr. Luna."

After a moment's hesitation, she added, "My daughter is very sensitive. Please don't show any unusual reaction when you meet her."

"Isn't she physically ill?" Vivian asked, confused.

"She was kidnapped as a child and suffered severe psychological trauma." Pain flickered in the Queen's eyes. "You'll understand when you see her. Remain completely calm, or she'll retreat into prolonged silence."

Vivian nodded, curiosity stirring about the eighteen-year-old girl.

The Queen led her to a locked door and knocked gently. "Fiona, it's Mother."

Silence.

"She seems particularly exhausted today." The Queen's voice trembled with concern.

"Is there a spare key?"

The Queen shook her head. "Only she keeps one."

Vivian produced her tools. "Let me check on her. Don't worry, Your Majesty. I'll heal her."

The lock clicked open.

Darkness swallowed the room like an abyss.

Vivian scanned the shadows with the hallway light. "Are you certain someone's here?"

The Queen moved confidently toward the wardrobe and opened it—

A trembling figure curled inside.

"Fiona, this doctor is here to help you." The Queen's voice softened.

The girl buried her face in her knees, revealing only wary eyes.

Vivian noticed faint markings on her face and suddenly recalled the strange features from last night at Nightfall Lounge.

"May I speak with her alone?" Vivian requested abruptly.

The Queen hesitated. "I must stay."

"Her body is healthy. She only needs psychological counseling." Vivian met the Queen's gaze. "Post guards outside. They can intervene if I step out of line."

After a long pause, the Queen relented.

She'd consulted renowned doctors worldwide, yet her daughter refused to speak. This was her last hope.