Chapter 611: Chapter 611: Pregnant with Twins
Two days later, the engagement party.
This time, the engagement party between The King of Nine Peaks, Axel Ashworth, and the Princess of Alani, Serena Sterling, was exceedingly grand, held within the royal family.
Although Titus Ashworth was not fond of this marriage and constantly attempted to obstruct it, after successive setbacks, the marriage was inevitable and unstoppable.
Moreover, he was eager to meet Seraphina Linden, whom he had thought about for years, so the engagement party was organized beautifully, bringing together all the nobles of Westria tonight.
At the grand party, Consort Willow and Consort Melinda made appearances. As Titus Ashworth’s favorite consorts, many people surrounded them, offering various flattery.
Consort Willow, even after so many years, you still radiate charm. We really need to learn from you the secret to eternal youth.
Consort Willow is so beautiful, no wonder she remains favored in front of the lord for so many years.
Consort Melinda is six months pregnant now, right? The lord values this pregnancy greatly. In the future, Consort Melinda, with your status elevated by your child, don’t forget about us.
Consort Willow calmly and gracefully accepted these praises, nodding with a smile. After all, she’s accustomed to grand scenes, while Consort Melinda seemed somewhat complacent, unable to resist showing off.
Originally, in front of Consort Willow, people would be cautious when praising Consort Melinda, but since Consort Willow and Consort Melinda are on the same front, there was no need for them to worry.
At that moment, someone suddenly said, "Oh, why is Consort Melinda’s belly so large at six months? It looks like she’s eight or nine months pregnant. Could it be twins inside?"
In fact, Consort Melinda’s belly had been big since she got pregnant, but the doctors never mentioned twins, so people didn’t think in that direction.
Now that it’s been brought up, even Consort Melinda suspected, could she really be pregnant with twins?
In The State of Westria, being pregnant with twins is considered a great blessing.
Consort Melinda immediately beamed with happiness, her joy spreading across her face. She turned to Consort Willow beside her, "Sister Consort Willow, hurry and find a doctor for me! Maybe I really am carrying twins."
Consort Willow’s heart was as clear as a mirror; she knew everything. Consort Melinda was indeed pregnant with twins!
The royal physicians had already informed her of the twin pregnancy news, but she kept it secret, waiting for today.
Soon, she planned to use Serena Sterling’s hand to eliminate the twins in Consort Melinda’s belly, and the loss of beloved children would certainly infuriate Titus Ashworth.
Serena Sterling, who would dare to harm two innocent lives, would be despised by the entire State of Westria for her malicious heart.
By then, the Princess of Alani would be hunted down like a rat, and Consort Willow could overthrow Serena Sterling without much effort.
"Sister Consort Melinda, don’t worry. Such significant news of you being pregnant with twins must be reported to the lord. Isn’t he supposed to come?" Consort Willow temporarily steadied the overly excited Consort Melinda.
At that moment, someone called out, "Look, the lord, The King of Nine Peaks, and the Princess of Alani have arrived."
Titus Ashworth appeared, the lord of The State of Westria, dressed smartly in a black robe inlaid with golden dragon threads.
The King of Nine Peaks, Axel Ashworth, today’s prospective groom, wore a white palace shirt and black trousers, tall, handsome, and gentlemanly.
The last to appear was Serena Sterling, dressed in a white sheer mermaid gown that outlined her delicate and graceful figure exquisitely. Her pure black hair was tied up, adorned with a small crown, and her small face was extraordinarily beautiful, resembling a celestial enchantress at first glance.
Wow.
The hall quickly erupted with exclamations of praise. The Princess of Alani is so beautiful; wherever she appears, she instantly outshines the scene.
I see it now, the Princess of Alani seems to come with her own protagonist aura.
Melody Ashworth was also in the hall, but with Titus Ashworth and Consort Willow’s warnings, she kept a low profile today. The royal family’s gold-tier PR team had just suppressed her scandalous video. Earlier, when she appeared, she could already feel the unfriendly and gossiping glances from everyone.
She was sure that this scandalous incident was definitely connected to Serena Sterling, although she had no evidence. Seeing Serena Sterling make such a grand appearance now, receiving admiration and praise, she was so angry that her gums bled.
"Mother, look at Serena Sterling!" Melody Ashworth whispered to Consort Willow in accusation.
Consort Willow glanced at Serena Sterling indifferently, "Melody, let Serena Sterling have her moment, the real show is yet to come."
Melody Ashworth’s eyes lit up, and she urged, "Mother, hurry up. I don’t want to see Serena Sterling stealing the spotlight!"
Consort Willow patted Melody Ashworth’s hand, then stepped forward and spoke with a charming smile, "Lord, I have great news for you. Today, the engagement banquet of The King of Nine Peaks and the Princess of Alani is likely to bring added joy."
Titus Ashworth had been waiting for the appearance of Seraphina Linden but hadn’t seen her yet. He looked at Consort Willow, "Where does the joy come from, Consort Willow?"
Consort Willow pulled Consort Melinda forward and pushed her to Titus Ashworth’s side, "Lord, look at Consort Melinda’s belly, isn’t it very large? Consort Melinda might be... pregnant with twins!"
"What?" Titus Ashworth quickly turned to look at Consort Melinda’s belly, incredibly surprised, "Consort Melinda, are you really pregnant with twins?"
At this engagement banquet, Consort Melinda instantly became the center of attention due to her large belly, feeling even more proud. She smiled bashfully and said, "Lord, I’m not sure either. Why not call the Imperial Physician to confirm?"
"Summon the Imperial Physician! Quickly summon the Imperial Physician!" Titus Ashworth commanded and immediately took Consort Melinda’s hand, "Consort Melinda, you sit down first, you can’t stand now. You are precious beyond measure, and if you are indeed pregnant with twins, you are truly a great contributor, a great contributor to The State of Westria!"
Consort Melinda’s lips curled up almost to the sky, and she secretly cast a glance at Serena Sterling.
Serena Sterling didn’t speak, quietly cooperating as an observer. When Consort Melinda passed her a provocative, smug look, she merely curved her red lips slightly, indeed anticipating a lively night.
At this moment, Serena Sterling felt two gazes fall upon her face. She lifted her bright eyes and saw Consort Willow and Melody Ashworth both watching her, their smiles rather eerie.
Serena Sterling’s gaze lightly drifted away from the two, then fell on Kyle Ashworth, the important guest tonight. Compared to his mother and sister, Kyle Ashworth seemed more preoccupied.
Upon hearing about Consort Melinda’s twin pregnancy, Kyle Ashworth instinctively stepped back, as if wanting to distance himself.