Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 680

Chapter 680: Do what you’re told

Aisha looked at her phone, the glowing screen reflecting her impatience as she wondered when Karmen would finally arrive. The approaching car drew her gaze upward. Karmen’s car glided to a halt in front of her; he applied the brakes smoothly and gave a quick tilt of his head, gesturing for her to get in.

She slid into the passenger seat and clicked her seatbelt into place.

"I was late. Sorry," Karmen apologized, his eyes lingering on hers for a second before he shifted gears.

"It’s alright," Aisha replied, leaning back into the leather seat. "From tomorrow, the Christmas week off starts." She watched the familiar scenery of the residential complex fade away as Karmen steered the car toward the main road.

"Will you go home for the holidays then?" Karmen asked.

"No," Aisha said. "I’m thinking of celebrating it in my new house."

"Then I’ll be joining you on Christmas Eve," he stated.

Aisha adjusted the strap of the shoulder bag on her lap, her fingers tracing the stitching. "What about your family? They’ll surely want you home for the holidays," she murmured.

"I’ll just tell my parents that I have to celebrate it with my girlfriend," Karmen replied easily.

Aisha’s heart gave a sudden, violent thud, and her breath caught in her throat for a brief moment.

"I won’t tell them it’s you," Karmen added, glancing at her reaction, "unless you want me to."

"It’s better to keep it a secret for now," Aisha stated, her voice regaining its steady rhythm even as her mind raced.

"Okay. As you want," Karmen replied, his voice steady as he kept his eyes on the road.

"Thank you for understanding," Aisha said softly. She turned her gaze toward him, studying his side profile against the passing city lights. A quiet guilt gnawed at her, making her wonder if she was inadvertently taking advantage of his unwavering devotion.

"Eryx didn’t trouble you, did he?" Karmen asked, his tone shifting to more guarded one.

"No, he didn’t," Aisha replied, shaking her head.

"He won’t dare to," Karmen said firmly. "Still, if you feel even a hint of fear, just call me. I’ll get to you as soon as I can."

His protective instincts made Aisha’s heart flutter. It was overwhelming to think about their journey, how he had once been just a boy in her class, watching her from a distance while she was with someone else. He had grown into a man who never demanded her love, only her happiness. Her fingers curled into the fabric of her bag, a silent tension gripping her as she questioned if she was finally doing things right this time, or if she was simply seeking shelter in his kindness.

Karmen reached over, briefly placing his hand over hers. The warmth of the gesture forced her to look at him, but he didn’t say a word; he simply offered a reassuring squeeze before returning his hand to the gear shift.

Shortly after, they arrived at the restaurant Karmen had chosen for their first official date. It was a hidden gem, tucked away from the city’s frantic pace and framed by a breathtaking landscape. A vast, frozen lake stretched out before the building, reflecting the pale moonlight, while a jagged, snow-capped mountain stood like a silent sentry right behind it.

Karmen held her hand firmly, guiding her inside where the air was thick with the scent of pine and roasted spices. They settled into a cozy corner, lost in the quiet intimacy of the night.

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