Ran Away Pregnant Came Back Alpha Heiress (Amelia and Damien) novel Chapter 123

**Night Whispers Forgotten Names – Colin Shah 123**

**Chapter 123**

**Jake’s POV**

In the whirlwind of these past few days, one undeniable truth emerged as I observed Amelia since her return from Damien’s pack: she truly had no grasp of how remarkable she was. Or perhaps it was more accurate to say that she was stubbornly unwilling to accept the accolades that were rightfully hers, preferring to downplay her achievements.

Even after Healer Eve had taken the time to assure her that she had more than earned the good fortune that had begun to flow into her life, Amelia remained perpetually astonished by it all.

Take, for instance, the moment I stepped out of my office, just as Cara and Amelia returned home from the hospital. Cara wore a gentle smile, but Amelia’s expression was a mix of disbelief and confusion. My heart tightened with concern as I approached her, sensing the weight of her thoughts.

“What’s wrong?” I inquired, my voice steady yet soft. It took her a moment to register my presence, and I found myself repeating the question, my worry deepening.

“It’s Healer Eve,” Amelia finally managed to say, her voice trembling slightly. “She… she said I could take the ethical vows to become a Healer in my own right.”

Now everything clicked into place. I could see why Cara was radiating joy, and I felt a swell of pride and warmth for Amelia’s success blooming within me.

“Congratulations,” I said, my voice filled with genuine happiness for her.

But she shook her head vigorously, her brows knitting together in concern. “It doesn’t seem right. Shouldn’t I need more training?”

“You have all the training you need,” I reassured her, my tone firm. “I suspect you had it before you even arrived here, but Eve was the one who confirmed it. Don’t sell yourself short, Amelia. This is your moment, and you should embrace it wholeheartedly.”

Her expression was still more perplexed than jubilant, yet she attempted a smile, albeit a hesitant one. “I still expect to wake up and find this has all been a dream. Or maybe I’ll arrive at the conference and discover this has all been some elaborate joke at my expense.”

“That would never happen,” I promised, my conviction unwavering.

“How can you be so sure?” she challenged, her eyes searching mine for reassurance.

“Because,” I replied, a smile creeping onto my lips, “I plan to escort you to the event. If anyone dares to insult you, they’ll have to answer to me.”

“You’re coming with me?” she asked, her surprise evident. “But as Alpha, don’t you have important duties here?”

Indeed, I did, and those responsibilities had prevented me from accompanying her to Damien’s pack to assist Ethan. After my briefing with Cara, and learning all that had transpired in that pack, I was resolute not to make the same mistake again.

If Amelia was going to this conference—and I was determined that she would—then I would be by her side.

“Things weren’t the same here when you were gone,” I confessed, my voice low, almost vulnerable. “It felt like a part of me was missing.” The worry had gnawed at me more than I cared to admit; I had been constantly anxious about how she was treated, about Damien’s intentions, about whether she would return to me.

The nature of our bond still eluded me—were we second-chance mates, or something entirely different?—but I knew one thing for certain: I never wanted to feel the weight of her absence like that again.

I needed to ensure her safety and happiness, and while I had a great deal of trust in Cara, no one could protect Amelia’s wellbeing better than I could.

“Besides,” I added, striving to lighten the mood, “I can’t miss you receiving your grand award.”

Her eyes widened comically, a look of pure disbelief washing over her. “There’s an award?”

In that instant, my heart swelled with affection all over again. The innocence and sweetness radiating from her were treasures I was determined to safeguard. The world had already shown her enough cruelty; I wouldn’t allow it to continue.

As long as I was in her life, I vowed to ensure her happiness.

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