Chapter 552
“Noah, did you miss me?” Mabel asked gently, cradling Noah in her arms and fixing the woolen cap on his head.
“Mother, you’re getting troubled looking after him, are you?” Amelie asked, keeping Noah’s warm clothes to one side of the cupboard.
“Not at all. Why would I be troubled? Noah is my grandson too,” Mabel stated warmly. “He actively uses his arms and legs. I’ve called the doctor to check both you and Noah later this morning. Since you haven’t eaten anything yet, your blood samples will be taken before you eat p>
“That’s so thoughtful of you, Mother,” Amelie said, appreciating the immediate care. “I wonder where did Gabriel go? He should be here by now. I asked him last night to see you and Father once, but he was too tired then p>
“That’s why we didn’t disturb you both either,” Mabel stated, understanding their need for rest after the stressful journey.
Amelie closed the cupboard’s door and walked to the bed. Lowering herself onto it, she gazed at Noah, who was sucking contentedly on his bottle of milk now.
“Babies are so fragile,” Amelie said softly, watching her son. “I fear sometimes not to hurt Noah while massaging him, even though I know it’s good for him p>
“You’ll learn slowly,” Mabel remarked gently. “But we have servants around for a reason. Ashna is specially trained for all of this. Ask her if you need guidance. And now that you’re back, I’ll happily give gentle massages to Noah myself, to help him grow strong p>
“Thank you for giving him so much love,” Amelie said in a humble tone. “Noah is blessed to have you as his grandmother. Thank you for making him feel included all the time p>
Before Mabel could answer, Gabriel walked in, looking refreshed.
“Good morning, Mom!” He quickly greeted, not surprised that his mother had come to their chamber immediately upon their arrival. “I met Dad earlier, just for a brief moment though p>
Noah pulled away his mouth from the milk bottle, his eyes locking onto his father’s face, and called out, “Pa p>
The trio laughed joyfully at the clear recognition.
“My boy wants to come to me!?” Gabriel walked closer, his heart melting. Noah wriggled his tiny arms and legs while still being in Mabel’s lap. She carefully helped Noah up, whom Gabriel quickly carried now, settling his son against his shoulder.
“The doctor will be here soon,” Mabel informed him, watching the exchange. “Make sure Amelie doesn’t eat or drink anything before that, so they can take her blood samples p>
“Okay,” Gabriel confirmed. He wiped Noah’s mouth with a napkin, and Noah suddenly grabbed his thumb, giggling and smiling up at him.
“I take my leave then,” Mabel said, smiling at the sweet scene, and left the chamber to allow them privacy.
“Amelie, let’s go out today to shop for Noah and you,” Gabriel suggested, gently setting Noah down beside him on the bed.
“What?” Amelie was a bit surprised by his sudden, relaxed plan, given the recent events. “But Noah already has many clothes, so do I p>
“But I want to buy new ones for both of you. Noah is growing up fast, and he loves going out. Consider it as our small family date,” Gabriel opined, lowering himself fully onto the bed, clearly set on the idea.
“That’s a wonderful plan,” Amelie answered, a smile finally returning to her face. “But Ophelia is still p>
“Ignore her for today,” Gabriel asserted, his expression hardening slightly with sudden confidence and determination. “She’s not strong enough in this life. That’s why she is still hiding in her cave. She’s waiting for the moon event to come soon, hoping to draw power from it. We will end her before that p>
Dominick finished the warm mug of coffee when Kavin came to him, standing respectfully at attention.
“Your Highness, a woman named Jeniva has come to see you,” Kavin informed him.
“What’s Jeniva doing here?” Dominick frowned, not expecting her to leave the hospital so soon, especially after the assassination attempt. “Bring her in p>
Dominick lowered the mug onto the coffee table. A maid immediately stepped up and took away the empty mug.
Jeniva finally came into his view, dressed in warm clothes, and was wandering her eyes around the lavish residence, clearly taking in every detail.
“You got discharged early and came on your own here,” Dominick remarked, his voice carrying a note of disbelief.
“Your Highness!” Jeniva stopped abruptly upon hearing his voice and immediately bowed to him. “The doctor said my wound has healed exceptionally fast, so I asked for an immediate discharge p>
“And how did you find this private residence?” Dominick asked, cleaning his hands deliberately on a napkin in his lap, observing her closely.
“I asked your Beta last night,” Jeniva replied, referring to Evan.
“What?” Dominick chuckled, surprised by her bold resourcefulness, and saw Jeniva sitting down comfortably on the bolstered sofa chair across from him.
“Can I get water, please? I feel so thirsty,” Jeniva said, looking toward Kavin.
“Sure, Miss.” Kavin bowed and walked away to fetch it.
“You told me your real name,” Dominick stated, his expression growing serious. “Spies don’t do that. I didn’t ask you this question before, but why did you reveal it p>
“Because my real life story is more believable, even if I am a spy,” Jeniva answered candidly. “I was recruited into the Sentinel Command five years ago. You must have gone through my past life documents too, Your Highness, so you know the truth p>
Kavin returned, followed closely by a maid. She lowered the glass of water onto the table beside Jeniva.
“Thank you,” Jeniva said with a smile. She sipped the water slowly, clearly savoring it, before finishing the glass. Lowering the empty glass, she continued, “Your Highness, Evan suggested he wants me to assist him with the investigation too. You should not send me away. Let me help you investigate this matter thoroughly,” she requested again, her eyes earnest and determined.
“No. Go to the capital,” Dominick ordered.