Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 813

"I've not done trekking in a long time," Karmen said, glancing at Aisha as they finally reached the base of the hill where the tallest waterfall in the kingdom was located.

"Then you shall start today. It's so much fun," Aisha remarked. The air was filled with the melodic calls of various birds as they moved deeper into the foliage.

She slowed her pace, glancing around at the quiet surroundings. "Why does this place seem so empty, though? I heard from my friends that it's quite popular."

Karmen scanned the dense trees and the winding path as they both began walking toward the distant sound of falling water.

"Maybe because it's not the weekend," Karmen answered. His hand reached out and grasped hers, his fingers locking firmly with hers to ensure she stayed close to him as the terrain became steeper.

"True," Aisha agreed, stepping carefully as the terrain grew steeper and the air mistier. After another ten minutes of trekking, they finally rounded a final bend and came to a halt.

Above them, the water seemed to gush from somewhere deep within the clouds, plummeting from a height so great their eyes couldn't even find the source.

As the spray collided with the massive, ancient stones at the base, the sunlight fractured into dozens of tiny rainbows, creating a shimmering, mesmerizing sight.

"See! I told you the fall is majestic," Aisha said, jumping slightly with excitement, her face lit up by a wide smile.

"You were right," Karmen whispered, his eyes fixed on the cascading white water. "I've been living here for so long, but I never knew such a place existed."

"That's because you're always so buried in your work. I'm sure Gabriel knows about it," Aisha teased. She gently pulled her hand away to retrieve her phone, eager to capture the view.

She suddenly turned toward him, aiming the lens. "Cheers, Karmen!"

Aisha expected a dashing smile, but Karmen looked uncharacteristically nervous under the camera's gaze.

"Tsk! Just smile. I'm taking a picture of you," she urged with a laugh.

Karmen managed his usual, steady smile, and Aisha snapped the shot. She then flipped the camera to selfie mode, adjusting her angle to ensure the towering waterfall and the shimmering rainbows were perfectly framed behind her.

"I'll click some for you. Give me your phone," Karmen offered, reaching out.

She readily handed it over and struck a few poses, moving gracefully against the backdrop of the mist. Karmen snapped several pictures in quick succession.

"They've come out beautiful," he said, handing the phone back to her with a look of genuine admiration.

Aisha checked them, her smile deepening. "Let's click one of us together."

He nodded, stepping in closer as she switched the phone back to selfie mode. Karmen rested his hand steadily on her shoulder while Aisha tilted her head, making a small heart sign with her pointer finger and thumb tucked close to her cheek.

Just as she was about to press the shutter, the sharp rustle of dry leaves cut through the sound of the waterfall. Karmen's posture shifted instantly; his relaxed expression vanished, replaced by an attentive focus as he whipped his head toward the source of the noise. Aisha lowered her phone, her heart beginning to race.

"What do you think? Is it an—"

"Maybe a rabbit?" Karmen murmured, though his eyes continued to scan the thick brush.

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