Chapter 158: His only escape
"Are we not taking the driver?" Amelie asked as she fastened her seatbelt.
"No. I’ll be driving tonight," Gabriel replied, glancing her way. "Amelie, look at me."
She turned instantly, only to feel the firm press of his lips against hers.
"Strawberry," he murmured.
"What?" she asked, laughing softly.
"The taste of your lipstick," he said with a faint smile, starting the engine.
She noticed the way he licked his lips and quickly averted her gaze, heart skipping a beat.
"Gabriel, I forgot to ask, how’s the case regarding Zilia going? I haven’t seen Prince Casaio around lately." She turned her head toward him, seeking a sincere response.
"Albus mentioned that Casaio had to return to the palace urgently," Gabriel answered. "I haven’t had a chance to look into Zilia’s matter yet. Once we’re back, I’ll follow up. But I have a feeling Casaio may delay things... His feelings for her still linger."
"Hm. It’s not easy to interrogate someone you love," Amelie murmured, thoughtful. "They were together for ten years... It must be devastating. I told him he should look forward to a second chance, but he said it was impossible. You should talk to him more, Gabriel. He needs our support."
Gabriel’s grip on the wheel tightened slightly. "He was warned, more than once, when Zilia refused his marriage proposals. He chose to ignore those signs. As for support... I’m not sure how much we can offer. The kingdom demands his full attention. Work might be his only escape now."