Outcast: The Alpha King's Beloved

Chapter 293: Carl's Invitation 

Jennifer's POV:

When the song ended, Skylar and Jerome retreated to a corner in the hall.

Since Skylar was pregnant, they couldn't dance for too long.

"Honey, I think Skylar and Jerome had to leave the hall because others may recognize her,"

I whispered in Anthony's ear.

"I'll take them to the lounge so that they can rest while you stay here so as to avoid arousing suspicion." Anthony nodded.

"No problem.I'll keep the guests entertained."

Grateful that he was so easygoing, I stood on tiptoe and kissed Anthony on the cheek.

Then, I made my way to the corner of the hall elegantly.I shot a meaningful look at Jerome and Skylar, and they immediately understood and followed me discreetly.I entered an empty lounge, and not long after, I was joined by the two masked figures.

"Don't let anyone else in," I instructed the guard by the door.

"I need to talk to these two guests."

Nodding obediently, the guard immediately walked to the door and closed it for us.

As soon as the door shut behind him, Skylar rushed to me.

"Jennifer!" I threw my arms around her, beaming.

"I missed you so much!"

"Jennifer, how have you been?"

Skylar pulled away to look me up and down.

"And how's Anthony's mother doing? You must be tired from taking care of her."

My friend's concern for me was like a breath of fresh air.

I looked at Skylar's worried expression and smiled gently.

"I'm fine, and so is Mrs.Jones," I said, pulling her to sit down with me on the sofa.

"She's fond of me, so she doesn't tire me out. What about you? How's life on Rube Island?"

"Jerome has taken good care of me,"Skylar said with a contented sigh, shooting him a grateful look.

"I'm very happy there.No one knows us.Finally, I can be myself without worrying that other people will judge me!" I smiled.

Skylar's words made me feel genuinely happy, especially knowing what they had been through.Her special power had been a source of trouble since the beginning.

I was glad to know that her problem was solved.

"Jennifer, if it weren't for you, I wouldn't have known what to do.Jerome looked at me and said.Then he sat beside me and hugged me.

"It's thanks to you I was able to abdicate my position as Alpha."

"Anything for you, Jerome!"

I laughed, hugging him back tightly.

"I'm just glad that you two are happy."

Seeing Skylar and Jerome so happy seemed to erase all my worries.

I sank deeper into the sofa, quietly listening to Skylar's stories about Rube Island.

"Oh!"

Skylar snapped her fingers and began to rummage through her bag.

"We got you a wedding gift, Jennifer.Congratulations!"

She took out a velvet box and handed it to me.

I looked at her gratefully and opened the box.

Inside it lay a delicate diamond necklace, whose gems glittered under the light.

"So, what do you think? Jerome and I went to a jewelry store and selected it ourselves.Jerome said you would like it,"

Skylar gushed, all the while looking at me excitedly.

I smiled brightly.

"It's beautiful.Thank you, Skylar.I'll treasure this forever!"

I carefully tucked away the necklace and hugged Skylar and Jerome again.

"You two are so good to me.Thank you!"

"We're glad you like it, Jennifer! We wish you and Anthony the best."

Jerome gently touched my head and smiled.

Then, he turned to Skylar a bit hesitantly.

"We can't stay here for too long.I booked us a flight for tonight.We have to get going soon."

Hearing this, I felt reluctant to see them go.But I knew he was right.

Skylar's special power was like a ticking time bomb.

They couldn't stay in the royal palace for too long.I lowered my head in silence as I escorted them to the door.

"I'm sorry, Skylar.Anthony and I are king and queen now.We can't see you off at the airport, or it will cause a commotion," I said softly.

Skylar cupped my face and raised my chin to make me look at her.

"Don't worry, Jennifer.We'll be fine.Don't make your husband wait too long.You should go back now."

I nodded tearfully.What a considerate girl!

"Safe travels.Text me when you arrive."

I watched as the two left the hall hurriedly and waved at them from afar.

"Okay! Bye, Jennifer!" Skylar waved back at me.

When they were gone, I gave the gift box to a maid and asked her to keep it for me for the time being.

Then, I returned to the dance floor with a smile plastered on my face.

Today was the happiest day of my life.

Anthony's POV:

It didn't take too long before Jennifer came back and joined me on the dance floor.

"Honey, how was it?" I asked her.

"Skylar and Jerome had to leave already since it isn't safe for them here.They have a flight tonight.Oh, and they gave me a beautiful wedding gift!" Jennifer said to me excitedly with a happy smile.

"Your brother and Skylar are so thoughtful."

I took her hand and squeezed it.

"What makes you so happy? What gift did they give you?"

"A diamond necklace.I asked a maid to keep it.I'll show it to you another time."

Jennifer looked really happy as she spoke.It was infectious.

Just then, a slow waltz started to play.

While I wanted to dance with Jennifer, I didn't want to tire her out since she was pregnant, so I didn't ask her to dance just yet.

"Prepare desserts and hot drinks for the queen, please,"

I ordered a maid who was standing nearby.I figured that after Jennifer rested for a while, we could continue dancing.

However, as soon as I turned around, I ran into an unexpected figure.

It was Carl.He had apparently woven his way past the crowd and made it to Jennifer.

"Carl?" Jennifer gasped, looking at him in astonishment.

I frowned deeply.

What was this guy trying to do? Just as I was about to ask him, Carl suddenly raised his palm to his chest and bowed to Jennifer. Exclusive content from NôvelDrama.Org.

Then, as if things couldn't get any worse, he knelt on one knee and reached out one hand to her.

"May I invite you to dance with me?"

As Carl spoke, he smiled at her.I glared at Carl coldly.

Did he know what he was doing? He was bold! I hadn't even had the chance to ask my queen for a dance, yet he had the audacity to ask her himself.

"Oh, my God! He's actually asking the queen to dance with him!"

Everyone around us was shocked and started whispering amongst themselves.

"What?"

Jennifer was dumbstruck, looking at him in disbelief.She pointed at herself, wide-eyed.

"Me?"

"Yes, you.Would you care for a dance?"

Carl spoke so casually, it was as though he was simply talking about the weather.

Jennifer was speechless.

I could tell she was hesitating.

After all, the man who invited her to dance was her old acquaintance, and also the Alpha of a powerful pack.

Carl seemed to be sure that Jennifer wouldn't refuse him.

He kept up the gesture of invitation in an elegant manner.

"Is he friends with the queen?"

I overheard quests whispering, wondering what the relationship was between Carl and Jennifer.

"If he wasn't close to the queen, why on earth would he invite her to dance?"

I gritted my teeth as these words cut through my heart like a knife.

Enough! Before Jennifer could open her mouth to answer him, I stepped in between them, blocking Jennifer from Carl's view.

"Jennifer is pregnant.She must be tired from today's festivities.Please find another partner to dance with."

As I spoke, I gave Carl an icy look.

Without waiting for an answer, I turned around and took Jennifer away.

Although I didn't know what reason Carl had to invite Jennifer to a dance, she was my queen.

Tonight, I was her only partner.

I couldn't wait to take my queen back to our bedroom to enjoy our wedding night.