Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 234

Chapter 234: Acted without restraint

"What’s going on here? Why have all of you returned?" Raidan’s voice echoed through the corridor. The warriors stepped aside, bowing their heads as he passed, Mabel walking closely at his side.

They both halted in their tracks at the sight of the lifeless woman sprawled across the floor.

Casaio stepped forward and quickly recounted the entire incident to them.

Mabel’s gaze shifted from Amelie to Gabriel with a grim expression.

"Remove the body," Raidan ordered coldly. Then, his sharp eyes turned to his sons. "You three, follow me."

Without another word, he turned and walked away, expecting them to obey.

"I’ll take Amelie to her room," Katelyn offered softly, stepping toward Gabriel.

"No," Gabriel said firmly, refusing her without a glance. He walked over to Amelie, gently took her hand in his, and led her away himself.

"I feel so weak. I can’t fight anyone," Amelie said.

"Even Karmen was unable to fight her. She was strong, nothing more," Gabriel replied. "Do you have a complaint against me?" he inquired. "That I killed that woman without any mercy." Taking a brief pause, he continued, "I’m heartless. I can’t deny that."

"I don’t know what to say," Amelie murmured. "I don’t blame you for what happened. You lost your temper because of me... Again, I was the reason behind it. I ruined the entire plan."

She tilted her head, glancing at him quickly. "And don’t say it wasn’t my fault. I know myself, Gabriel. I can’t deny that I’m weak when it comes to my own safety. Other wolves are faster, stronger... better suited for this kind of fight."

Gabriel’s eyes narrowed slightly. "Then what do you plan to do? Get trained in this state?"

"I realized again that I’m a burden," Amelie whispered, the weight of those words hanging heavy between them.

"Don’t say that," Gabriel said firmly, his fingers intertwining with hers. "You found her, didn’t you?"

"It was just a coincidence," Amelie replied. "Karmen and I were headed to the kitchen. We happened to spot Riley... and we followed her."

"But if you hadn’t followed her, no one would’ve known," Gabriel pointed out. "You acted. That’s what matters. Lester will be questioned. He’s the one responsible for vetting the palace staff," he added grimly, then shook his head. "But that’s the least of our concerns right now."

Amelie’s gaze flicked up to meet his, worry deep in her eyes. "What if Estelle is harmed? Brother Casaio might be upset with you for killing Riley. Gabriel... you don’t need to kill anyone for me. That’s not the right thing to do."

"Everything is fair in love and war, my dear," Gabriel said. "And I don’t care about what others think. Let them talk. You can train once the pup is born." He paused, brushing a strand of hair away from her face with surprising gentleness. "The mark on you, it’s sealed your wolf completely. Once it’s removed, you’ll be able to fight like the others."

His gaze held hers with fierce determination. "They may see you as weak... as a burden. But I never will. Because none of this is your fault. You just need protection right now. That’s all I know. And I will protect you, no matter what it takes."

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