Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby

Chapter 206: A Sudden Kiss

After a long discussion about the academy and the trial, as well as the dos and don’ts, Fiona took her leave. Eleanor spent some time playing with Freya, while Ethan personally prepared dinner for them.

Isabella Thomas would be with Freya for the duration of Eleanor’s trial. She had been informed that Eleanor would be at the military academy for the next three months, with limited contact during that time, as it was a restricted area. Isabella had not questioned this; she considered it normal for a Langford family member to serve the kingdom.

During this period, Isabella had agreed to stay at the villa with Freya, accompanying her to and from school. Naturally, Eleanor’s guards and driver would be present at all times.

Since returning from London, Isabella had been introduced by Eleanor to all the house staff and guards. As she would be living with Freya, Eleanor thought this familiarity would help her settle in... and she was right.

After meeting everyone, Isabella’s initial unease disappeared. With her years of experience, she quickly took command of the household staff. Eleanor was confident she could care for Freya during her absence.

Leaving Freya to play on her own, Eleanor decided to meet with Isabella one last time to settle final arrangements. She stepped out of Freya’s room and knocked on the door beside it, Isabella’s room. Which was chosen so she could attend to Freya even at night.

"Aunt Bella, it’s me," she said.

A few seconds later, the door opened. "Do you need me?" Isabella asked.

Eleanor shook her head. "Nothing urgent. May I come in?"

"Come in, come in," Isabella said, stepping aside quickly.

Eleanor entered, closed the door behind her, and went to the table. She pulled out a chair and sat down. "I have to leave tomorrow morning. My reporting time is ten o’clock, so I may not have a chance to talk to you then."

"Don’t worry," Isabella replied. "I’ll take care of Freya while you’re gone. Besides, didn’t you say her father will be staying here?"

the time being. But his work may keep him busy from time to time. He might be around in

a clever child. In fact, I

smiled faintly in return, then drew a bank card from her pocket and held it out. "Aunt Bella, take this. It has one million pounds on it. That way you won’t have any difficulty meeting Freya’s needs... or your own... while

Isabella said. "If I require anything, I

personally, or for emergencies. You’ll be taking Freya to and from school, so keep it

and slipped it into

go anywhere without security. If Freya were left alone, she might

I know what to do,"

I’ll head to dinner. If you need anything, ask the staff... or Ethan. Don’t hesitate to purchase or request whatever you require. Above all, take care of your health.

that, she left the room, collected Freya from hers, and

***

generous spread for dinner, taking extra care because Eleanor would be leaving in the morning. Every dish was one she favoured, each

be departing the next morning and

on her as heavily as it did on Freya. Together, they settled in the movie room to watch one

film, Freya had drifted into sleep, her small head lolling gently to the side. Without a word, Ethan scooped her up with practiced ease and carried her towards Eleanor’s room. For the past few nights, Freya had been sleeping with her mother rather than

be leaving Freya to step into another world... one that was unpredictable and dangerous. Fiona had reassured her that accidents in

shifted to the broad line of Ethan’s shoulders. This man had changed her life beyond measure; without him, she might not have

Ethan’s feelings towards her. He had never hidden them. But the shadows of the past still clung to her, the

him she admired. Above all, she cherished that Ethan had never tried to touch her without consent. She knew, instinctively, that he had wanted to... many times. Women always knew such things. But he had never crossed the line. He had waited, like a gentleman who valued the other’s feelings above his own. He was there whenever she or Freya needed him, often before

pillows around her small frame, smoothing

guest room. You should get some rest... tomorrow