The Mafia Lord's Secret Lover (Evelyn) novel Chapter 262

Chapter 262: She Lives Like Royalty

While waiting, Evelyn slipped under the blanket and sank against the cozy, soft pillows.

Her eyes closed before she even realized it, her body melting with relief.

The house was finally quiet.

No, Laura, who loves offering snacks. Nor Jimmy, who likes hovering behind her like a worried mother hen. Just herself, hubby, and the peaceful silence of her room.

Evelyn had almost fallen asleep by the time Axel returned from the bathroom.

The door opened again, and Axel walked in wearing only his pajama pants. His upper body was bare, his skin still damp from his shower. He ran a towel through his hair while leisurely making his way to the bed.

Her first sleepy thought was that it was incredibly unfair for a man to look that good after a long day. Her second thought was that she was far too tired to react appropriately.

After turning off the light and leaving only the dim yellow lamp in the corner, Axel climbed into bed beside her and slid one arm under her shoulders so she could rest against him.

She hummed softly in satisfaction, already sinking back into half-dreams.

Yet Axel suddenly spoke.

"Did you know about your pregnancy before we received the result?"

Evelyn’s eyes snapped open again. She blinked slowly, adjusting to the sudden change from sleep to conversation.

A faint smile tugged at her lips as she answered in a lazy voice, "Hmm... I did the test pack last night. Two times."

Axel stared at her.

"You already know?" he asked, just to make sure he didn’t hear it wrong.

"Hmm, I know."

"Why did you not tell me?"

"I planned to tell you tonight," she said, still sleepy, "but you messed up my plan."

Axel can’t help but let out a deep sigh, staring at his sleepy wife in disbelief.

"I messed up your plan?"

"Yes." She snuggled closer into his chest. "You rushed things. You insisted we go straight to the hospital this morning. You ruined my dramatic moment to surprise you..."

Instead of annoyance, Axel broke into laughter. A deep, warm, amused laugh that rumbled through his chest and vibrated softly against her cheek.

She smiled wider, eyes drifting closed again. Her laughter mixed with his, though hers was much softer.

Axel brushed his fingers through her hair. "So you wanted to surprise me?"

"Yes," she whispered.

"And you are not angry that I found out first at the hospital?"

"No. I am too tired to be angry." She sighed, content. "And you looked happy. That is what matters."

Axel kissed her forehead gently. "I was delighted."

Evelyn’s breathing slowed again. She could feel sleep pulling her downward. Wrapped safely in his arms, she felt her exhaustion fade into comfort.

Right before she dozed off completely, she felt Axel whisper something near her ear.

"Next time, tell me immediately. I want to know everything with you."

She smiled again, too sleepy to reply, but her heart answered for her.

Tonight, she felt grateful. For Axel. For their growing family. For this new, beautiful Chapter. And with that warmth in her chest, she finally fell asleep.

...

Two days passed, and Evelyn had begun to notice just how different this second pregnancy felt.

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