The Mafia Lord's Secret Lover (Evelyn and Axel) novel Chapter 225

Chapter 225: Finally, Meeting Axel’s Mother (2)

Evelyn quietly took a deep breath as Axel seemed to sense her unease.

She turned to him with a small, reassuring smile, though her nerves still fluttered inside.

As they sat down, Axel was beside her, and Amanda was across from them. The tension that had been pressing against her chest began to ease.

Lunch started pleasantly.

The food looked delish and tasted even better.

It was Evelyn’s first time in this private restaurant owned by Apex Holdings, and she already knew she wanted to come back.

The place had a calm elegance, just enough warmth to make her forget her anxiety, almost.

Their conversation began light and harmless.

They talked about art, travel, and Evelyn’s work in charity programs, particularly her partnership with Hope Medical Centre.

Her mother-in-law listened attentively, smiling every time Evelyn spoke, making her feel surprisingly comfortable.

But then Amanda shifted the topic... directly to Axel.

"Eve, you know that Axel always ends up in gossip columns...right?" Amanda teased, glancing at her son.

Axel froze mid-bite, eyeing his mother warily, as though anticipating trouble.

Evelyn bit her lip to stop herself from laughing. She briefly nods. "Y-Yes, I know..."

Amanda looked between them and smiled.

"But don’t worry, Eve. Because he has never once brought any of those women to meet me. You are the first. And, this is the best decision he’s made so far."

Evelyn’s cheeks flushed, warmth spreading through her chest. "I’ll take that as a compliment," she said shyly.

"It is..." Amanda said with a wink to Evelyn, then turned to Axel, "Finally, someone who can handle this stubborn man. Congrats, son!" She smiles.

"Mom, please," Axel sighed, though the corner of his mouth twitched.

Amanda and Evelyn laughed together. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

The earlier stiffness melted into a warm rhythm of laughter, teasing, and shared glances.

By the time their plates were half-empty, Evelyn realized her shoulders had relaxed. Amanda’s warmth reminded her of what family should feel like.

Then Axel set his fork down, his tone soft. "Mom," he said, glancing at Evelyn before continuing, "there’s something you should know."

Amanda tilted her head, curiosity flickering in her eyes. "What is it?"

Axel took Evelyn’s hand beneath the table and said quietly, "We actually have a son."

Amanda was utterly stunned.

"A son?" Her eyes widened with disbelief and growing excitement. She turned to Evelyn. "How old is he?"

"His name is Oliver. He’s four."

Amanda froze. For a moment, she looked between the two of them as tears welled in her eyes.

Then she covered her mouth, laughing softly in disbelief. "Axel Knight, you have a son... and you never told me?"

"Mom, I wanted to wait until things were calmer between our families. But now... it feels right." Axel’s expression softened.

"Thank you, Eve..." Amanda whispered, her soft voice barely audible as she held her happy tears, "For giving me a grandson."

Evelyn’s heart swelled. "You’ll love him. He’s so much like Axel...stubborn, charming, and always hungry."

"Then I absolutely can’t wait to meet him. May I?"

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