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Chapter 344

Third Person’s POV

He brushed a gentle kiss against her lips. I might be swayed by others, but tonight’s little tantrum should keep her in check for a year or so.”

Adelaide chuckled. “She must be thoroughly frightened.”

And frightened she was. Beata could hardly contain herself as she reported, “Susan is still pacing the yard.”

Adelaide burst into laughter, pushing Lance away as she hopped off the table. “Alright, tell Susan that Lance has calmed down.”

“Right away!” Beata replied, then leaned back into the doorway with a twinkle in her eye. “The hot water is ready. Just let us know if you need assistance–we’re right outside.”

Adelaide deliberately ignored the hint of teasing in Beata’s eyes. “No need for assistance. You may all retire early.”

“Alright,” Beata withdrew, instructing the others to leave as well, even excusing themselves from helping with the night clothes.

Everyone happily complied–though they’d eaten their fill, the kitchen still boasted plenty of pastries and dishes.

Moreover, Caldwell, following Adelaide’s orders, had distributed small gifts to the omega members of the pack. Though modest, the presents brought a share of joy.

After a long day of busyness and with the weather warming up, not bathing was simply unbearable.

Lance swept her up in his arms, his lips near her ear, his voice rough yet magnetic. “Perfect timing, let’s. bathe together.”

Adelaide clutched his neck, a hint of puzzlement in her voice. “Speaking of which, we share a night, yet I haven’t conceived. Why?”

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eyes widened.

can’t men

you take contraceptive pills just to prevent pregnancy. Doctor Digby said it’s not easy for a

If you took

efforts would be in vain, and it would

in her heart. She’d never heard of a

of the pack, she

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instance, had given

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to hear people say how fortunate her mother was to have

that truly

off the thoughts, Adelaide decided not to dwell on

they lay in bed together, sharing moments of tender

to the capital, don’t you think?” Adelaide’s voice, muffled against Lance’s arm, carried a hint of

intervention, they’ll find an excuse to stay in the capital for

agreed. These three children were

could be used to secure alliances through marriages with the children of high–ranking officials, thereby

a crucial step for them. No wonder the Germains had rushed back for the New Year, eager to showcase

them mentioned

found her repulsive. Of all the people in the capital, he despised

approach him was

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