Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0107 +25 BONUS Chapter 0107 That was strange , he commented , his tone casual but watchful .

She seemed young , I replied , shrugging .

Shes probably just nervous .

! James shrugged noncommittally , and we fell into a comfortable silence as we walked back toward Alexanders office .

I took a sip of my tea .

It was sweet as usual , but an unexpected bitter aftertaste made me wrinkle my nose .

Maybe she hadnt added enough sweetener .

Everything okay ? James asked , noticing my reaction .

Fine , I said , waving it off .

So , what do you have planned when youre off work ? Not much , he said .

Im free after Alexanders meeting No plans for Friday afternoon ? Youre not going out ? I teased .

James chuckled .

I dont have much of a social life .

Well , you should , I said , grinning .

Youre really nice .

People would enjoy spending time with you , and maybe youd feel less tense if you relaxed a little .

Pll consider it , he replied , amused by my suggestion .

I took another sip of the tea , but the bitter aftertaste lingered .

The barista must have been more distracted than I realized .

As we continued walking , the heat seemed to intensify , and I began to feel lightheaded .

I shifted into the shade of the nearby buildings , hoping it would help , but instead , a wave of dizziness made me feel even more unsteady .

Are you okay ? James asked , his voice laced with concern Its just so hot , I replied with a weak smile , trying to brush it off .

Thats all .

James frowned .

Its not that hot .

Are you sure youre okay ? I feel a little off , I admitted , the stubbornness in my tone giving way to the unease creeping up on me .

I probably just need to eat .

Do you need to sit down ? he asked , his concern deepening .

No , no , I said , shaking my head .

Were almost at the hotel .

Lets just get there , and I can rest in the air conditioning .

He didnt look convinced , but he didnt push it .

Instead , he moved closer , staying just behind me , as if ready to catch me if I faltered .

When we finally reached the hotel , the cool rush of air inside helped ease the discomfort .

I gave James a reassuring smile as we headed toward the restaurant connected to the lobby .

See , Im fine , I insisted .

He shrugged , not fully convinced .

If you say so .

I approached the hostess , a bright young woman with brown hair .

She greeted us with a radiant smile .

Hello , Miss Rowan .

Your table is ready .

Thank you , I replied .

James followed me as the hostess led me to the table , I wanted to argue that Elizabeths guards would take care of things from here , but I knew better .

James was very dedicated , and he would never leave 1/2 Chapter 0107 me without protection .

+25 BONUS Alexander knew about the letter David had left in my bedroom , and despite the fact that things had been quiet .

since then , he was on high alert .

James wouldnt go against Alexanders orders for anything .

The table the hostess led us to was empty .

I took a seat , and James sat beside me .

Your friend will be meeting you shortly , the hostess said sweetly as she handed me a menu .

I thanked her again , then turned my attention to the menu still felt lightheaded , so I wanted to place an order for an appetizer .

Hopefully Id feel better by the time Elizabeth joined me .

I could feel James staring at me and I glanced at him in annoyance .

What ? Youre sweating , he said matter of factly .

I put the menu down and turned to face James , intending to scold him , but I froze .

Near the entrance of the restaurant , I saw him a figure in a baseball cap and dark sunglasses .

Even with the disguise , there was mistaking who it was .

ΠΟ James , sensing my fear , glanced around , scanning the restaurant .

But I didnt know if he would recognize the man who was closing in fast .

Summoning all the strength I had , I managed to force out one word .

David