Chapter 249
Luke’s gaze dropped to the documents Alpha King Raidan’s legal advisor had placed on the table. He read through the lines carefully. As he did, the advisor from Raidan’s side said evenly,
“There’s nothing here that falls outside your demands. Everything you requested has been granted. The only condition our King has put forth is maintaining peace at the border p>
Luke raised his eyes to his own advisor, who stepped forward and scanned the pages thoroughly. After a pause, he leaned close to Luke’s ear and murmured,
“There’s nothing alarming, Alpha. You can proceed as it’s safe p>
Luke picked up the pen but didn’t sign just yet. Instead, his eyes narrowed as they fixed on Raidan.
“Did you kill those officials?” he asked calmly. “I’ve yet to receive any confirmed report. In contrast, I’ve already withdrawn all my spies and even informed you personally as a sign of good faith p>
“They’ve already been executed,” Casaio cut in before Raidan could speak. He took a tablet from the man standing behind him and pushed it toward Luke. “It was done publicly, in the heart of the market. A warning, for all to witness. We decided to tell about it on the table p>
Luke saw the video and smiled. “It’s strange. You people took it fifteen years to understand what kind of high ranking wolves you’ve appointed in your service. I’m sure many may have received justice because of me p>
“Indeed,” Raidan said.
Luke lowered his eyes to the documents on the table and signed on them one by one. After he finished, Raidan signed the papers.
“From today onwards, Blood Dominion is an independent territory and Luke Hunter is its Alpha,” Luke said with a smirk.
Though Raidan wasn’t happy about it, he did understand it was his fault not to check the condition of the people at the bottom. He admired the strength Luke held to bring Raidan to a table, where he let the territory go.
“I hope Alpha Luke no longer plays with the hearts of the other people,” Casaio pronounced, his words directly referring to Zilia.
“Don’t blame me for it, Prince Casaio,” Luke said in a formal tone for the first time. “Blame your dear father, who failed to deliver justice to the people like me when they needed it the most. Blame the administration, who got sold for money and decided to work for me,” he affirmed.
Casaio frowned and clenched his fists.
“Now, the pact has been signed, so we must leave,” Luke said, standing up from the chair.
Raidan and the others also rose from their respective seats. The two parties went their own ways, but a question still remained behind, ’Will the peace sustain between them for long p>
Gabriel handed a glass of water to Amelie, who slowly sipped it.
“I think you should stay home,” he said gently. “I know how much you want to get back to work, and I promised I wouldn’t stop you, but I’m worried, Amelie. For you, and for Noa. I don’t want your body to be under any kind of stress p>
Amelie lowered the glass slightly, her eyes meeting his.
“I don’t want you to feel like a burden,” Gabriel continued. “I can give you everything you need. Everything you dream of. Instead of working, use this time to explore yourself, your joy. Discover the little things that bring you peace p>
“I’m not asking you to give up work forever, just for now. You looked so happy in the hospital, remember? When you saw that newborn pup in the woman’s arms… Your smile was so radiant. That’s what I want for you. That kind of peace p>
He gently took both of her hands in his.
Amelie stared at him, her heart warming at his sincerity. ’If something happens because I pushed myself too far, Gabriel would be the one carrying the pain. I can’t let that happen p>
“Okay,” she whispered, nodding softly. “I’ll stay at home p>
Gabriel’s face lit up with a smile, genuine and full of relief, as he pulled her into a gentle embrace.
“I’ve got the glass in my hand,” Amelie warned softly. “The water might spill p>
Gabriel immediately took it from her and set it aside. Without another word, he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her into a firm, comforting embrace. His chin came to rest on her shoulder, and for a moment, they simply breathed in sync.
“My parents have moved here permanently,” Amelie murmured. “Mom wants to look after me… but I don’t know how to feel about it p>
Gabriel didn’t move. “Then invite her over. Talk to her. Your mother understands you better now. Maybe in the past, she didn’t, but that was then. Things are different now p>
He pulled back slightly to look into her eyes, arching an eyebrow. “You’ve forgiven them… haven’t you p>
“Yes. I’ll call Mom and Dad over then,” Amelie stated.
“Good,” Gabriel replied.
“But I’m not calling Flora,” she added after a pause, her brows slightly furrowed. “I’m still upset with her p>
Gabriel nodded. “Do what feels right to you. I won’t oppose your decision p>
Then, with a playful smirk curving his lips, he leaned in closer. His hands gently cupped her cheeks, and their foreheads met. “By the way… we’re going on a date tonight. Just the two of us. The past few weeks have been full of tension, too many things weighing us down. It’s time we made space to just… be us p>
Amelie blinked, a soft smile blooming on her face. “A date p>
“Yeah. A date,” he whispered, brushing his nose lightly against hers. “Dress comfortably. I’ll take care of the rest p>
“Okay!” Amelie said. “But Carlos is a guest here. Do you think it’s appropriate to let him stay alone here when we will be away in the evening p>
“Karmen also lives here. I mean for a few days he will stay here. So, Carlos won’t be alone. Besides, I don’t think he will mind,” Gabriel said. His eyes lowering to her lips, and he lightly brushed his own against hers.
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