Chapter 178

Victoria's POV I walked out with the doctor and asked, "What exactly is Patrick's condition? Does he have any chance of walking again?" The doctor's expression grew serious, clearly uncomfortable. "Miss Lancaster, these injuries can't heal overnight. Even with the best treatment, recovery from bone and muscle trauma takes considerable time. We're doing everything possible." "Alright. Keep monitoring him and consider every possible option," I said firmly. My wolf Nora stirred restlessly within me. "Whatever the cost to heal him, I'm willing to pay it." The doctor nodded. "Of course, we'll do our best." I stood outside Patrick's door, my mind racing with conflicting thoughts, when the elevator doors slid open. Damian stepped out, his powerful Alpha presence immediately filling the corridor. I could smell his scent—smoky cedar mingled with midnight roses—before I even saw him. My wolf nature instantly went on alert, recognizing its mate despite my attempts to ignore it. His penetrating ga