Chapter 0894

Katherine was nothing like the woman Alden had grown up with.

The tired, worn-out mother he remembered no longer existed.

Now, she was radiant-her once fiery red hair replaced with sleek, golden blonde waves. Her face was smooth, free of any visible signs of aging. Whether it was creams, surgery, or something else, Alden didn't ask.

All he knew was that his mother looked stunning.

"Oh! That reminds me," Katherine said with effortless grace, taking a sip of her drink. "Alden, darling, would you accompany me to the car later? I brought a few small gifts for everyone. Nothing extravagant, just little things made with love."

Celeste listened, her stomach twisting into knots.

She didn't understand why, but the moment Katherine spoke, she felt completely inadequate.

She knew there was no comparison.

Katherine was a woman from a different world-one she could never match.

"Mom, you shouldn't have gone to the trouble," Alden said with a smile. "Let me guess... they're your designs?"

His mother chuckled, a soft, knowing laugh.

"You know me too well. The moment you invited me, I got to work."

is an expert in precious stones," Alden explained to the room. "These days, she

this was one of those

Katherine scolded playfully. "It's supposed to be a surprise. They're just small gifts-nothing like what you're

She had a strong preference

but she did know that this girl

was no denying it-Serenity was

then again, Maximus

he had

was to meet the mother-though, if she

on a name for the baby yet?" Katherine asked

not yet,"

mother-in-law's sharp gaze. "We've considered a

haven't settled

Well, you should remember that a name follows a person for life," Katherine mused. "It should be chosen wisely-not something plain or

a wonderful choice. It's a strong name, and it means

suggestion!" Alden jumped in before Serenity could respond. "We'll take all recommendations

have also given

so we're

really, thank

"Good! That's very wise..."

remained separate from the rest of

engaged in their

the doorbell

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