Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 589

Chapter 589: Kate, I’m sorry

Amelie gently lowered Noah into his crib, waiting a moment to ensure he remained settled before stepping quietly out of the bedroom. As she entered the lounge, she saw Mona and Carlos already there, engaged in a low-toned conversation with Gabriel.

"Hi, Amelie!" Mona’s face lit up instantly. she hopped up from her seat and pulled Amelie into a warm, tight embrace. "I kept pestering Brother Carlos to give me your number, but he was being so stubborn and refused. So, I just decided to come here and find you myself," she added with a playful roll of her eyes toward her cousin.

"I’m so happy you came," Amelie said, smiling as she pulled back. "Please, take a seat. I’m sorry I couldn’t come to see you earlier; things have been... a bit chaotic." She gestured for Mona to sit back down before lowering herself onto the sofa beside Gabriel, who naturally shifted to make room for her.

"I only just told her a few minutes ago that you had arrived," Gabriel noted, his arm resting protectively on the back of the sofa behind Amelie.

"It’s no trouble at all," Mona insisted, brushing it off with a casual wave of her hand. "I was busy catching up on my sleep earlier anyway, so the timing is perfect."

As the conversation settled into a comfortable rhythm, Ashna entered the drawing room, carrying a large, ornate tray. She placed several plates of snacks on the low table after serving them hot green tea, but one particular treat caught Mona’s eye.

"This is something new," Mona said, leaning forward to inspect a delicate, star-shaped cookie that seemed to shimmer slightly under the chandelier light.

"These are called star sweets," Amelie asserted with a warm, proud smile. "They’re made of caramel and chocolate chips. They’re a local favorite, but the palace chefs add a little something special to the recipe."

Mona took another bite, a small sound of delight escaping her as the rich caramel dissolved instantly. "Mmm... it’s perfect. It literally melts the moment it touches your tongue," she murmured, happily reaching for a few more.

"How is Aunt doing?" Carlos asked, his voice softening with genuine familial concern.

"Mom is doing well, but she’s been worried sick about you," Mona replied, casting a pointed, protective look at her brother. "I promised her I’d keep a close watch on you, make sure you don’t overextend yourself."

Amelie watched them with a faint smile, touched by the easy warmth between the cousins. However, her gaze soon drifted toward Gabriel. He remained uncharacteristically silent, his eyes fixed on some distant point, clearly consumed by the heavy thoughts.

Eventually, Carlos stood up, signaling to Mona that it was time to retire for the night. They offered their respectful goodnights and stepped out.

"Mona is truly worried about Carlos," Amelie noted softly, breaking the quiet. "That’s the real reason she’s come here, isn’t it?"

"Yes, she is," Gabriel admitted.

The conversation was interrupted by the sound of light footsteps. Ashna entered the room, her head bowed respectfully. "Your Highness, the Conley family has just arrived at the palace. Sir Lester has overseen their arrival and settled them into their suites in the guest wing."

Relief flickered across Amelie’s face at the news that her family was finally within the palace’s protective walls.

"You should go and see them," Gabriel suggested, his expression softening as he turned to her. "It will do you good to be with your family. I think I’ll head to see Kate."

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