Chapter 286

Gabriel nodded, a distant look in his eyes. “Strangely, that’s what my mother used to call me.”

Anna arched an eyebrow in surprise. “Really?”

“Yeah,” Gabriel confirmed. “I told Camella about it once. Our daughter even teases me by calling me that sometimes.”

Anna smiled softly. “Your mother must’ve been a funny woman.”

Gabriel’s face fell slightly. “She’s late, though.”

Anna’s smile faded as well. “I’m sorry to hear that.”

Camella offered a gentle smile. “I guess most endearing mothers give their sons pet names like that.”

Anna hesitated, then said, “Gabriel, I need your help. I know I’m being selfish, asking for your help after all you’ve gone through lately, but I just want to help her and…”

“It’s okay, Anna,” Gabriel interrupted softly. “I’ll see what I can do.”

Anna’s eyes filled with gratitude. “Thank you, Gabriel,” she said, standing up to leave.

As she left the house, Gabriel and Camella watched her go, both sensing the weight she carried. The door closed softly behind her, lea
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