Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 397

Chapter 397: Allow me to cook

Dominick embraced his father first, then his mother, feeling the warmth of their parting moment.

"Since you two will be away for a week, I’ve decided to postpone the welcoming ceremony until after your return," Mabel said gently. "Don’t take too long to come back."

"Of course, Mother. We’ll be back soon," Juniper assured her with a soft smile.

Rainard placed a steady hand on his son’s shoulder. "Call us as soon as you land in Elarindel," he reminded.

"Of course," Dominick agreed, glancing at his watch. "We should leave now before we’re late."

Rainard gave him a nod of approval. "Yes, go ahead. And take good care of June," he said.

Dominick laced his fingers through Juniper’s and together they walked away, their steps in quiet sync. As they settled into the car, Juniper broke the silence.

"You wanted to be here with everyone. We could have—"

"Don’t say we could have gone later," Dominick cut her off gently but firmly. "You should be my priority."

Her lips curved into a soft smile at his words, and she rested her head against his shoulder, comforted by his certainty.

As the car rolled forward, Juniper’s gaze drifted out the window. The palace gates faded into the distance. Ever since she and Dominick had reconciled, she couldn’t shake the feeling that she had overreacted before. Guilt tugged at her heart. She wanted to apologize to Zilia too, but the right moment had never come.

’I’ll talk to her after returning from the honeymoon. Hopefully, she forgives me,’ she thought, her eyes clouding with regret.

Beside her, Dominick’s thoughts ran just as deep. ’I didn’t make our wedding special enough. June deserves more. She’s the center of my world, and she’s always been loyal, never once asking anything from me. This wedding should have been perfect for her. I just hope this time, June will feel special... Truly special.’

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"Sage, you didn’t have to carry my luggage to the apartment. I can manage it myself," Katelyn said, glancing at him with a faint smile.

"It seems you didn’t want me to see your apartment," Sage teased lightly. "Don’t worry. I won’t enter unless you invite me in."

"That’s not true," Katelyn quickly replied. "I just didn’t want you to trouble yourself." Her hesitation melted into warmth as she added, "Now that you’ve come all this way, you should come inside."

"Really?" Sage asked, his brows lifting as if he hadn’t expected her to say it.

Katelyn nodded, a small, genuine smile tugging at her lips.

"Yes. I can’t ask you to leave," Katelyn said softly as she entered the password. The door clicked open, and she stepped inside, dragging one trolley bag while Sage carried the other with ease.

He slipped off his shoes at the entrance and put on the spare slippers neatly placed by the door.

Katelyn led him into the spacious living room, its soft light shades reflecting her calm and elegant taste. "Sit here. I’ll bring you some water," she offered.

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