Alpha Nocturne"s Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 160 Any Progress?

Coral guided them to the dining hall under the escort of the royal guard and as they

entered the hall, everyone that had been seated stood instantly and bowed their

heads in their direction.

“I’m not gonna lie, I kind of miss having a quiet breakfast without the audience

already,” Ann murmured to Adam, who chuckled in response.

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Ann motioned for them to sit as she took her seat and the breakfast dishes were

brought out.

“Goddess, is it going to be like this everytime we eat?” Ann frowned as she watched

plate after plate of dishes being unloaded onto the table in front of them.

“I mean, at least we know you’ll never be short of choice.” Adam chuckled.

The seating arrangements were the same at the Royal Table as they had been the

night before and Ann found herself seated next to Bartholomew once more.

She had already spotted Greyson and a few other faces she didn’t recognize seated

atone of the tables closest to theirs. Judging by their similarity in dress, she

a*s*sumed they were part of the group that had accompanied him to bring the report.

She smiled to herself as she watched the men’s eyes widen at the amount of food in

front of them and exchange disbelieving glances before they began piling their plates

with food and digging in enthusiastically, much to the dismay of the nobles

surrounding them.

stir already, aren’t

from beside her.

think it’s a good thing.” Ann answered with a grin, “It never does anyone

kept on their toes a little. It allows me the opportunity to see the

men who safeguard us from

Bartholomew nodded sagely before casting her a

the utmost respect

Kingdom’s safety.” He said carefully, hesitating before continuing, “Ah, your

about yesterday…”

I won’t

if there’s a whole catalog of incidents where I

overstepping the mark. You can move forward with an easy

him

She didn’t want that brief moment to define their working relationship. The Elders

valuable insight and experience, not to mention their

invaluable during her time on the throne and the last thing she

alienate them.

as his shoulders

said, bowing his head towards her, and

across his heart.

someone to

identification.” Ann continued in hushed

progress?”

Bartholomew blanched slightly before shaking

yet. Everything is in place for the investigation to commence though. I too

the Enclave. I’ll brief you as soon as

somewhere a little more

“Of course. Thank you, Bartholomew.” Ann answered

food, although her appet*ite was significantly

be a busy

chuckled.

probably the understatement of

Allen last night though. Everything is in hand back at

issues. Well, unless you count

understand

seems to have that effect on men.” Ann

or do everything they can to stay away from her. There