Chapter 26 - Klaus POV

When I open my eyes, my mother starts screaming for the doctor, like a madwoman. Several doctors and nurses invade my room and start trying to examine me, which annoys me a lot. I wanted those tubes and masks off of me, and I fought them desperately. One of the doctors yelled for a sedative, and I knew I had to avoid being sedated. With a scream that came from the depths of my soul, I jumped to my feet, standing on the bed, and they recalled in fright. Their combined strength was nowhere near mine, and they knew that only my father could dominate me.

I saw their eyes shine, so I knew they were calling my father, who, after a few minutes, came running into the room.

- Son, calm down, let the doctors treat you.

- Where's my mate? - I yelled back.

- Calm down, son. Please sit down, and let's talk.

- I will repeat this only once: where is my mate?

- Must be in the packhouse or on the river. I don't know, and I don't want to know.

I was stunned by my father's response.

- How come you don't