Alpha's Regret: The Seventh Time was Forever

Chapter 204 – If anything, we should be thanking her

While Seraphine and Corvine were completely wrapped up in everything surrounding MindNest, caught in the whirlwind of preparations, pressure, and expectations, Desmond and his wife Nessa had been quietly working behind the scenes, putting together something special just for them, with Humphrey and Kylie gladly joining in on the plan.

At the Stone mansion, grand dinners weren’t anything out of the ordinary. Lavish meals, beautifully set tables, and a steady flow of indulgence had long been part of life there.

But this time, this felt different. The atmosphere carried a softer, more thoughtful energy, like every detail had been chosen with intention and care.

Live violinists filled the space with gentle, flowing music, their notes wrapping around the room like a warm embrace, while professional Thai massage therapists had been brought in, ready to melt away every ounce of exhaustion clinging to Seraphine and Corvine.

The message didn’t need to be spoken out loud. It was written in every note, every scent, every thoughtful touch - you’ve done enough. Now rest.

"Congratulations, Sera," Kylie’s voice came the moment Seraphine stepped inside, her arms already opening as she crossed the space and pulled her into a tight embrace.

"Thanks, Mom..." Seraphine’s voice came out soft, emotion catching in her chest as she held onto her. "I thought you had already left."

Kylie pulled back just enough to look at her, her eyes glowing with pride, her hands still resting on Seraphine’s shoulders as if she didn’t quite want to let go. "How could we? This is one of the biggest moments of your life."

Her gaze softened even more. "You did amazing."

Seraphine let out a quiet laugh, though it trembled at the edges, and pulled her into another hug, lingering this time, soaking in the warmth, the familiarity, the comfort she hadn’t realized she missed this much. "It feels better... having you here."

"Alright, enough of that," Nessa cut in, though there was nothing harsh about her tone, just a practical firmness that carried its own kind of care. "Eat quickly and go get that massage. The music is already set for relaxation, don’t let it go to waste."

That did it.

of everything. The stress, the long nights, the emotional strain, rose all at once, pressing against Seraphine’s chest until it almost spilled over. "This is the best day I’ve had since coming to the city,"

every knot of tension buried

herself together for far too long and had finally been given permission to let

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was close to midday when a

"Sera."

firm enough

eyes open, her body

remember the last time she had slept this deeply at home, except during her cycle, when her body demanded it. But this felt different. Lighter. Like something

to wake you," Corvine said as he stepped in, his gaze lingering on her just long enough to take in how peaceful she looked, "but you need to get ready for your trip.

her lips forming a small pout as she ran a hand through her hair. "I’m

a quiet urgency beneath his tone. "That’s exactly why you need to head back soon. Your cycle could start today or tomorrow,

wiped away the last

with them..." she admitted, her voice softer

household had gathered for breakfast, the mood warm but laced with the quiet awareness that departures were

for taking care of our little girl. She’s happy here... happier than we’ve seen her in a long time. And knowing she

drifted to Seraphine, a proud smile settling on his face. "If anything, we should be thanking her. Ever since she came into this house, things have been... unusually fortunate for us.

added, more openly now, "Honestly, I’d love for

almost immediately,

chuckled lightly, adjusting his words. "What I mean is... Sera

with something deeper, like disappointment, clearly noticing that Corvine still wasn’t ready

his mind. "I just hope she finds love again someday and gives us more grandchildren."

weight of those words settling heavily