She needed him now more than ever, yet he was forced to remain outside because the midwives had forbidden anyone else from entering.
What kind of husband was he if he couldn't even be beside his wife when she needed him the most?
Unable to bear it any longer, Rowan took a determined step toward the door.
A hand rested firmly on his shoulder.
He turned to find King Adrian standing behind him. "You can't go in right now," Adrian said quietly. "Trust me."
Rowan clenched his jaw until it ached. "My wife needs me."
Without waiting for another response, he pulled away, strode to the chamber door, and pushed it open. Adrian remained where he was, letting out a slow, heavy breath as he watched him go.
The moment Rowan stepped inside, every pair of eyes turned toward him. "Your Majesty..." one of the midwives said, clearly startled. "You can't be here."
