The duke, Prince Khaldun, and Fizal stood near the bed, with worried expression on their faces. "Who has done this monstrous thing to my friend?" the prince inquired in anger. "Sidi," Raile replied, worriedly watching his son. "But he paid with his life. Do you know of a doctor that can treat him?" Khaldun looked at Michael's father, and saw the image of the son in his face. "My physician will arrive as soon as he has been located. I assume he is with my wounded." Mallory made certain her veil was in place before she boldly entered the room. Michael needed attention now, and she would help him no matter what anyone thought. She gasped when she saw Michael. He was lying on his stomach, and the back of his shirt was a bloody mess. She wanted to run to him, to fall on her knees to him and help sooth his pain, but she dared not. "Who are you?" Prince Khaldun asked Mallory, grabbing her hand and holding her firm.
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