Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 666

Chapter 666: A promise of love

Karmen made sure the man and his minions were securely in police custody before driving Aisha to her apartment. The silence in the car was heavy, broken only by the swish of the windshield wipers against the snow. He walked her all the way to her door, and when she whispered, "Come in," he found himself unable to leave her in that state.

He stepped inside, removing his shoes and sliding his feet into the guest slippers. Aisha headed straight for the kitchen, her hands trembling so violently that the glass rattled against the water jar.

Karmen was there in a second, his steady hand covering hers as he took the jar and poured the water for her. She offered a small, breathless thank you and sipped the water slowly, her entire frame still vibrating with the aftershocks of the encounter. When she finally lowered the glass, Karmen gently took it from her and set it aside.

"Thank you for helping me," Aisha whispered, finally looking up at him. Her eyes were still wide with lingering shock. "But how did you even arrive there? It’s so far from the palace." 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

"Coincidentally, I was driving to my home when I saw you, just moments before I heard your scream," Karmen replied. He sat on the edge of the coffee table, putting himself at eye level with her. "Who was that man, Aisha?"

Aisha looked away, her fingers twisting together. "He’s the son of a high-ranking council member. He thinks his status gives him the right to follow me because I refused his advances."

"Whose son? Name," Karmen demanded.

"You don’t need to trouble yourself," Aisha insisted, her voice small as she tried to pull her woolen cardigan tighter around her shivering frame.

"Just tell me the name," Karmen said, his voice rising, snapping his usual restraint.

"Lazarus Vayne is the high-ranking council member," Aisha finally answered, her voice trembling. "His son’s name is Eryx Vayne."

"How long has he been doing this to you? Did he ever hurt you or—"

"No," Aisha cut him off immediately, her eyes searching his. "It was the first time he pulled such a stunt. I don’t think he will ever do it again. So, you don’t have to worry yourself with this."

"Aisha, just stay quiet," Karmen said sternly, his gaze hardening. "You promised me that you would take care of yourself. You wanted independence, and I was happy to help you find that. Have you forgotten what kind of predatory gaze men like that hold? If he was troubling you, you should have informed your parents or the police. And if not them, you should have told me."

Aisha looked directly into his eyes, a flash of painful honesty crossing her face. "You know my parents, Karmen. They would have found a way to blame me for rebelling against them. And the police would not have done anything against the son of such a high-ranking alpha. And as for you... I’ve barely heard from you. You ignore me even when we cross paths. How could I ask for your help knowing I’d only be bringing you trouble?"

"You refused to give yourself a chance because you love your late mate. I know you still do," Karmen began, taking a step closer until he was standing directly over her. He had always been a coward when it came to his feelings for her, hiding behind duty and distance, but the sight of her in danger had shattered his restraint. "However, let me pursue you. Don’t worry about what you can give back. Just... Let me try once. Can you allow that?"

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