Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 354

Chapter 354: Craving to unite fully

"Mom, Dad... I couldn’t get leave," Flora confessed once dinner was over, her fingers tightening around on her lap. "So I may not be able to go to the palace with you both in the morning."

"What?" David’s voice carried his surprise and disappointment. "Why on earth didn’t they approve it? The main wedding festivities begin tomorrow, and the Queen herself asked us to join her. I’ll speak to Prince Gabriel, he can put in a word for you."

"Dad, please, you don’t have to do that," Flora said quickly, shaking her head. "I’ll manage. I’ll take a flight later in the evening instead."

Samyra leaned forward, worry etched across her face. "But what if they still don’t approve it tomorrow?"

"They will," Flora assured, though her tone betrayed her uncertainty. "I’m leading an important meeting tomorrow morning, so it makes sense if I join a little later. I’ll explain everything to Amelie over the phone, she’ll understand."

David sighed, folding his arms. His protective gaze lingered on her. "Flora, I won’t stop you if that’s what you’ve decided. But if this company is treating you unfairly, or if the pressure is too much, you need to tell us. You don’t have to stay in a toxic place just to prove yourself."

"I understand, Dad," Flora said softly. Pushing her chair back, she rose from the table. "I’ll head to my room now. Goodnight, Mom. Goodnight, Dad."

They watched her retreating figure until the sound of her door closing echoed faintly through the house. Samyra exhaled, worry creasing her brow. She turned to her husband.

"I’m going to speak to Amelie about this," she said firmly. "Something doesn’t sit right with me about Flora’s company."

David lowered his voice. "But if we involve Amelie, it might add to her stress. She already has so much on her shoulders. I could approach Prince Gabriel instead."

Samyra’s gaze held steady. "And do you think he’ll help if we don’t tell Amelie first? She’s the one closest to Flora. If she knows what’s happening, there’s a stronger chance Prince Gabriel will intervene."

David hesitated, caught between protecting Amelie from unnecessary worry and ensuring their younger daughter was safe.

~~~~~

Amelie and Gabriel returned from the dining room, their hearts still warmed from the heartfelt dinner with the others.

"I gave the bracelet to Katelyn," Amelie said softly, her fingers brushing over the delicate chain on her wrist. "Mother and I... we told her everything."

"She deserved to know the truth," Gabriel replied, stepping closer.

Taking her hand gently, Gabriel led them to the washroom.

"Here," he said, handing her a toothbrush, already coated with paste, before picking up his own. They brushed side by side, the mundane act somehow intimate in its simplicity.

As they rinsed, Amelie held a towel in her hand and lightly dabbed it over his lips. "Can we... do it tonight?" she asked, her voice low and tentative.

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