Chapter 94
“Flora envies Amelie — that much I’m sure of,” Gabriel said, his voice laced with bitterness. “But it doesn’t matter anymore. For what she’s done, she’ll suffer the worst punishment imaginable p>
“She should,” Skye agreed firmly. “Did you arrange for Jodie’s arrest as well p>
“Not yet,” Gabriel replied, his frown deepening. “I move based on evidence, not emotions. Once Flora is brought here, I’ll deal with Jodie too. Right now, Amelie is all that matters p>
His hand moved tenderly to Amelie’s forehead, his fingers brushing lightly across her skin, offering comfort only he could give.
Skye watched him for a moment, then nodded.
“I’ll take my leave. Amelie is stable,” she said softly, before turning and quietly exiting the room, leaving Gabriel alone with his unconscious mate.
Gabriel hummed low in his throat, tension thrumming through his body. Just then, he caught the faintest movement of Amelie’s fingers twitching. His breath hitched as her eyes slowly fluttered open, dazed and searching her surroundings.
“Ame,” Gabriel breathed, his voice breaking with emotion as he leaned closer.
“Gabriel she whispered weakly. “He… he was going to kill me. Then… a light… The pendant you made me wear… it shone. It protected me,” she said between shallow breaths, recalling the terrifying memory.
“Yes, it did,” Gabriel murmured, his hand sliding to her cheek to gently sweep away a stray lock of hair. “How are you feeling p>
“I’m okay… but still scared,” Amelie admitted, her voice trembling. “I don’t understand why Alex would want to kill me. I thought he wouldn’t dare after that day… I was wrong. I shouldn’t have stopped you,” she said, her lips quivering with guilt and fear.
“You think it was Alex?” Gabriel asked, his brows furrowing.
“Yes… who else would hate me that much?” she whispered, slowly pushing herself upright, her hands instinctively shielding her belly as her heart pounded violently. Flashes of the attack flickered through her mind, leaving her shaken.
“It wasn’t Alex,” Gabriel said softly. “The attacker said Flora’s name p>
“What?” The word escaped Amelie’s lips in disbelief. She stared at Gabriel, waiting for him to correct himself, but his grave expression confirmed the unthinkable. “You must be mistaken,” she said with a weak chuckle, trying to deny it. “I know Flora… she hates me, yes… but she would never go that far. Not against me and Noa p>
But Gabriel didn’t waver, and the hope in Amelie’s chest crumbled. A tear slipped down her cheek as the painful realization sank in.
“Why she choked out. “Why would she do that p>
Gabriel immediately gathered her into his arms, pressing her against his chest.
“I’ve already sent my men after her,” he whispered into her hair. “You need to stay strong for yourself… and for Noa p>
“Hmm Amelie’s eyes filled with tears as she blinked rapidly, trying to stay composed. She pulled back slightly, clutching the pendant around her neck.
“Thank you… for giving me this. You have no idea how scared I was. I thought I—I wouldn’t p>
Her voice broke, but Gabriel gently pressed his finger against her lips, silencing her.
“I would never let anything happen to you,” he vowed, his voice rough with emotion. He lowered her hands and kissed them tenderly.
Amelie gazed at him, her heart aching with affection.
“But how did you find me? You were right outside the elevator… How p>
Gabriel smiled faintly.
“After I wrapped up work, my gamma told me the friend Kate met was Jodie. I came straight to the restaurant. When I sensed your fear… I didn’t think. I ran up the stairs, following your scent. It led me straight to you,” he explained.
“It was terrifying,” Amelie whispered. Then, despite everything, a soft smile broke across her face. “But thankfully… I’m safe p>
Gabriel stared at her in awe. He hadn’t expected her to smile so soon. Seeing her resilient spirit filled him with a profound sense of relief.
“I’m sorry,” Gabriel said suddenly.
“For what?” she asked, confused.
“Just He couldn’t bring himself to admit the weight of the guilt he carried.
Amelie leaned forward and pressed her lips softly against his. She stayed there for a long second before pulling back, meeting his stormy violet eyes with her steady gaze.
Overcome, Gabriel cupped her face in both hands and kissed her again. It was deep, fierce while pouring all his pent-up emotions into it. His lips moved over hers hungrily, savoring her warmth, her scent. Finally, he drew back, resting his forehead against hers.
“I wasn’t careful enough. That’s why I’m sorry,” he whispered, finishing his earlier confession.
Amelie shook her head gently, her eyes shining.
“Don’t be sorry, Gabriel,” she said. “You protected me… even from afar p>
“What will happen to Flora?” Amelie then asked.
“I want to punish her to death,” Gabriel answered. “You know that well,” he added.
“I don’t know what should be done,” Amelie said, her brows furrowing in worry. Though she cut off all the ties with her family, but thinking about how her parents would react to it made her heart wrench. She didn’t want to go soft, but she couldn’t go harsh.
It was a difficult decision to make.
“It’s important to give her a punishment, which every single person remembers for eternity,” Gabriel stated, his eyes turning into a deeper shade of violet. “Ame, you need to let go of your sisterly love for her. I know you’ll stop me again, however, I want you to let me handle the matter in my way.” He wanted her understanding in this matter.