Ran Away Pregnant Came Back Alpha Heiress (Amelia and Damien) novel Chapter 262

**Night Whispers Forgotten Names – Colin Shah 262**

**Chapter 262**

“Do you think Mom will be there?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper, tinged with a mix of hope and anxiety.

“She has to be,” Stacy replied, her tone firm and reassuring. “Daddy’s really worried about it.”

I turned my gaze toward Dad, who was fussing with his tie, smoothing down his hair, adjusting his cuffs, and straightening the lapels of his suit jacket. This wasn’t like him at all. He was usually so composed, so in control. But today, he seemed like a bundle of nerves, and I couldn’t help but wonder if it was the thought of seeing Mom again that had him so worked up.

“I have a plan,” Stacy announced suddenly, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. I leaned in closer, my curiosity piqued. “To get Mom and Dad together.”

My heart raced at her words. Could it be? The idea of having Annette as our Mom all the time filled me with a warmth I hadn’t expected. “I want to help!” I exclaimed, my enthusiasm bubbling over.

“I’ll definitely need your help,” she replied, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “Especially since I can’t walk right now.” She glanced around the room, ensuring no one else could hear us, then leaned in closer, her voice barely audible. “We have to get Mom and Dad to dance.”

Yes! That was brilliant! I could already picture it in my mind—the two of them, lost in the music, their hearts reconnecting as they twirled around the dance floor. It was a classic movie moment, and it always seemed to work out perfectly in the films.

But then I remembered the obstacle standing in our way—Daddy. He was as stubborn as a mule, and while he was excited about seeing Annette, he also seemed to push her away at every turn. It felt as if he was afraid of finding happiness.

Well, Stacy and I were determined to change that.

“How will we do it?” I asked, my brow furrowing in thought. “Daddy’s not going to ask her.”

“If he won’t, you will ask for him,” Stacy said, a grin spreading across her face.

I felt a smile creeping onto my own lips. Yes, that was a perfect plan!

Just then, Dad glanced over at us, and we instantly straightened up, our expressions innocent, as if we hadn’t been plotting behind his back.

“Everything okay, girls?” Dad inquired, his brow slightly raised in concern.

Stacy was usually the brave one, while I followed her lead. But now, with her unable to act, the weight of the situation fell squarely on my shoulders. For Daddy’s sake, I couldn’t let this happen!

With a sudden burst of courage, I dashed forward, racing straight onto the dance floor.

“Amy?” Dad called out, his voice rising in alarm as he noticed my departure. “Amy!” He was chasing after me, but I didn’t have time to look back.

Keeping my focus on Annette, I dodged around other dancing couples, my heart pounding in my chest. The frilly skirts of other girls momentarily blocked my view, but I weaved around them, determined to reach her.

Finally, I was right beside Annette. With a quick tug on her skirt, I caught her attention, my heart racing as I looked up at her. She and the stranger halted mid-dance, surprise evident on their faces.

“Amy? What’s wrong?” Annette asked, her expression softening, though the stranger shot me a glare that made me feel small.

I took a deep breath, summoning all my courage. “Please dance with my Dad,” I blurted out, my voice clear and unwavering.

At that exact moment, Dad arrived behind me, his expression a mix of confusion and concern.