Wedding My Ex's Uncle (Kaia and Alden) novel Chapter 163

Chapter 163 There’s No Going Back

Alden sat motionless, his fists clenched so tightly on his knees that the cracking of his knuckles cut through the thick silence.

Under the weight of everyone’s stares, he finally reached for his glass. His voice came out strained, tight with resentment he couldn’t hide.

“Aunt Kaia,” he said, raising the glass stiffly, “let me offer you a toast.”

Kaia lifted her cup without so much as a smile. Her tone was flat.

“Thanks, dear nephew.”

That single word–nephew–landed like a punch to the gut.

Alden’s eyes burned, and hé blinked quickly, his grip on the glass tightening.

For the rest of the meal, an awkward tension hung in the air.

Everyone except Lucien and Kaia–seemed to be in a sour mood.

Allen sat quietly, tørn. He wanted to stand with Lucien, who had always been sharp and dependable, but Alden was his grandson. No matter how fair he tried to be, some things were easier said

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than done.

After dinner, Lucien and Kaia returned to their villa together.

Allen called Alden into the study, his tone serious.

“Alden, do you still wanna be with Luna?”

He didn’t wait for an answer.

“The engagement with the Domont family was arranged by your grandmother before she passed. You agreed, half–heartedly, and then treated Kaia like an afterthought. You dragged things out for years.”

Allen’s voice sharpened. “I know you’ve had feelings for Luna. But did you ever stop to think why I kept you two apart?”

Alden stayed silent, his expression dark.

“She was underage back then. If word got out that you were seeing her, what kind of disgrace would that have brought on the Graves family?”

Allen shook his head. “You pushed and pushed–until Kaia came and broke off the engagement herself. You got what you wanted. You’re with Luna now. And yet, you’re still not satisfied?”

Alden’s lips tightened, but he still didn’t speak.

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“Let me ask you this,” Allen said, his voice low but cutting.

“Is it Kaia marrying Lucien that you can’t stomach? Or just the fact that she married someone at all?”

The silence between them grew thick.

Allen leaned back in his chair, eyes steady.

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“Either way, she’s your aunt now. There’s no going back–even if you regret it.”

Then, after a pause, he added plainly, “Lucien won’t tolerate anyone having eyes on his wife. Not even you.”

There was nothing left to say.

Alden walked out of the study without a word. His expression was unreadable–torn between bitterness, guilt, and the sting of hard truth.

Zane caught sight of his son’s drawn face as he passed.

He opened his mouth to scold him–then shut it.

Joanne pulled Luna into her room, her voice low but urgent.

“Luna, don’t let Alden’s attitude get to you. Right now, the most important thing is to have a baby. You understand, right?”

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Luna held back a scoff.

A baby?

Would a baby really make Alden love her, when he couldn’t even look at her without thinking of someone else?

She highly doubted it.

But Joanne wasn’t wrong–not entirely. A baby would solidify her place in the Graves family. Not because it would win Alden’s heart, but because it would secure her stake.

After last night, Luna had finally seen things for what they were.

She couldn’t count on Lucien. So she smiled gently and lowered her head, putting on her best obedient act.

“Mom, I get it. I know Alden, and Kaia had a past. I really do understand. He’s been a little distant, but I’ll try to cheer him up.”

Then, her voice dropped, as if she were too shy to say it out loud.

“And… I already told Alden we’ll try our best to have a baby.”

Joanne’s face lit up. Her approval was obvious.

In that moment, she felt deeply satisfied with her son’s marriage choice. Luna–sweet, pliable Luna–was everything she wanted

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Gentle. Sensible. Raised under her own roof. Unlike Kaia.

“Good girl,” Joanne said warmly. “I knew you were the most understanding one.”

Then she added with a smile, “There’s an auction coming up. Why don’t I take you? We’ll pick out some jewelry. My treat.”

Luna’s eyes sparkled. “Really? Thanks, Mom. You’re the best!”

The smile on her face looked sweet. But deep down, her heart remained cold and calculating.

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After the family dinner wrapped up, Kaia got a call from Kayla while they were still in the car.

“Hey, Kaia. Are you free right now?” Kayla’s voice was slurred and low. “I’m still at that pub we went to last time. I’m in a really bad mood. Can you come talk to me?”

Kaia checked the time–8:30 p.m. She glanced at Lucien in the seat beside her, then covered the receiver with her hand. “It’s Kayla. She’s drinking alone. I’m gonna swing by and check on her.”

After hanging up, she turned to him with an apologetic smile.

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“Lucien, something came up. Can you have Chris drop me off at the next intersection?”

Lucien raised a brow, his voice smooth and teasing. “Running off to party without me? Bold.”

Kaia gave him a look. “I told you exactly where I’m going.”

He chuckled, clearly amused. “Good. Honesty looks great on you. So where’s this urgent mission?”

“The pub. Kayla’s in a mess. I’m just going to keep her company for a bit.”

Lucien leaned back slightly, eyeing her with mock suspicion. “You never rush over like that for me.”

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