The truth didn't shake Gabriel's feelings for Amelie in the slightest. If anything, it made his resolve stronger.
"Where did this High Priest live?" he asked calmly.
"The High Priest passed away… ten years ago, Your Highness," Samyra replied with a respectful bow of her head.
"I see." But Gabriel wasn't done. "Why didn't Mrs. Conley ever tell Amelie the truth? I assume she kept it hidden from everyone. Did the High Priest say anything more to you? You should speak now, because I am the only one who can keep Amelie safe," he said.
He caught the flicker of hesitation in Samyra's eyes.
"I'm not trying to force it out of you," Gabriel continued. "But it's better if you speak of your own accord. Tell me, during the ceremony, the moment Amelie was revealed to be an omega… was that the High Priest's doing?"
Samyra hesitated, then nodded. "Yes."
"Interesting," Gabriel murmured, stepping closer. "Then answer the question you left untouched. Why?"
