Chapter 53. Family?

"Oh my, my. You just don't realize it yet."

Helen followed suit into the party with a knowing smile. Reina was clearly developing feelings for her son, but she just haven't realized it.

Family? Axel was becoming family?

She was clearly in love with Axel.

Helen sighed as she grabbed a drink from a passing waiter, she smiled at the waiter and sipped the drink slowly as she went to join a few people at the corner.

The night soon weared off as everyone enjoyed themselves at the party, especially Reina who Helen couldn't stop stealing glances from, once in a while.

Back in the mansion, Axel walked out of the room, suddenly missing a certain presence as he made his way to the corner where Raelynn sat lost in thoughts.

"Rae, what's up." Axel called out softly, taking a seat opposite from her as he studied her cold expression.

"Hey." She greeted with a small smile and Axel returned the smile.

"What are you thinking about this time?" He a