Alpha Nocturne's Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 278 You are Perfect

After the meeting Ann, Adam, Bartholomew and Coral made their way back towards Bartholomew’s office, paying no mind to the whispers of the people that they passed.

Ann had expected a little resistance and had warned Coral to expect a little push back from some of those who saw themselves as above her, but to ignore it as much as possible and so far, she was doing well.

The time that she had spent with Eva had certainly seen her grow from the nervous, anxious, frightened omega that she was previously into the timid, yet efficient woman that stood before her today. Ann had every confidence that in a few months, her confidence would increase dramatically and she would be able to handle most situations with ease.

“Bartholomew will see to it that you have appropriate quarters assigned within the Enclave while we remain here, preferably in our wing. I have already approved which suite I think would be suitable for you, but obviously there are the finer details to sort out… furnishings, decoration, that sort of thing.” Ann said gently as she stifled a yawn.

“Oh, I’m sure it will be perfect as it is, your highness.” Coral replied softly with a smile, clearly a little overwhelmed.

“Nonsense,” Ann grinned, “Eventually, once all of the issues with the coven are solved, we’ll be moving back to the palace and only returning here for a day or two each time. Hopefully only once or twice a month if I have my way. Then, you’ll be moving back with us, and granted a room in one of the wings of the palace to make things easier for us all.”

that doesn’t look like it

phone conversations are much more

the Enclave once we have the final report on budgets for each department. If the incoming taxes don’t cover what we need then I’ll increase the cash flow from Veritas Industries. We can look at expanding some of the departments and perhaps look at new ventures too that will

draw from. I can have Allen go through the finances and work out the disposable income available once all of our expenditure and other investments are taken into account so we have a good idea of what we’re working with. I suppose once Lexi has time to set up the lectures, the

you. I know Eva has sent me a lot of drafts for new design projects that need to be approved before they’re offered to the clientele, but really, we need to start working on finalizing the new blueprints for the area that will house the portal room. I’m more than a little irritated that it wasn’t approved for here, we could have saved hours in travel time, but it is what it is.” Ann

see how beneficial it is, then I’m sure they will have a change of heart. It was only by a slim majority that the vote against having one installed passed. In another year, I’m almost positive that they will vote in favor of having one installed, particularly if you’re actually going

a public relations tour is in order so that the Elders can refamiliarize themselves with the kingdom that

observation, your grace, I’m sure they would be… thrilled, at the opportunity to leave the Enclave.” Bartholomew

am going to lay down for an hour or two and carry on with the work that Eva has left me when I wake up.

the fact you have three little pups growing inside of you and sapping all of your energy. You’re going to need to take things

smugly as Ann internally rolled her

with. I’d like to move the architectural department and specialist real estate department that I used to manage into there and expand both departments, I think that…” “Ann, that’s enough work for now. Rest and relaxation first, and maybe some food, before you continue with this.” Adam interrupted firmly as she scowled

ran through her head, but begrudgingly, she had to accept that he

she had to listen to her body and rest when it told her to, for the sake of the three little lives that were growing so rapidly