Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0148 Ella POV I would be starting my new exercise regimen with Alexander in the morning , which made me more nervous than I wanted to admit .

But I didnt have time to dwell on it after meeting the trainers , getting a tour of the gym , and putting together a workout schedule , I needed to head home .

Elizabeth was coming over for lunch today , and I didnt want to be late .

We hadnt seen each other much recently , and I was eager to catch up .

Still , I wasnt sure how much I could really tell her .

After all , it was that text , supposedly from her , that had led me to the hotel where David attacked me .

Though I knew now that the message wasnt from her , a seed of hesitation lingered .

Elizabeth had always kept at good reputation , and being close to me seemed to complicate things for everyone .

I genuinely liked her ; the last thing I wanted was to drag her into my chaos .

I was surprised to find Elizabeth already at the house when arrived .

She sat in the living room with my mother , sipping tea , looking perfectly at ease .

Am I late ? I asked , stepping in and glancing between the two of them .

No , Elizabeth replied warmly , her smile welcoming .

I just decided to come early .

I didnt realize youd been in the capital.

Where she usually is these days , my mother chimed in , a playful glint in her eye .

She and Alexander are becoming quite inseparable .

Thats an exaggeration , I said , a little flustered .

Is it ? my mother challenged , raising an eyebrow .

Youve been there every day this week .

And Ive been here every day this week too , I countered , Hands on my hips .

Just long enough to have dinner and sleep , she teased , asmirk tugging at her lips .

It was all in good fun , but I could feel the heat rising in my cheeks .

Elizabeth jumped in , her eyes sparkling .

It seems weve both been busy .

Im glad we could finally meet up .

We have so much to catch up on .

Should we go up to my room until lunch is ready ? I suggested .

That sounds perfect .

Elizabeth stood , thanking my mother with a sweet smile .

Thank you for the tea , Luna Rowan .

Anytime , dear .

You two have fun catching up , my mother replied warmly .

As soon as we entered my room , Elizabeth flopped onto my bed with a dramatic sigh .

Finally ! We have so much .

to gossip about .

I rolled my eyes , stifling a laugh .

Gossip is exactly what I need after a morning filled with doctors appointments and setting up gym memberships .

Gym membership ? Elizabeth repeated , giving me a curious look .

Trying to get into wedding shape already ? Something like that , I replied , feeling a familiar heat creep into my cheeks .

Alexander wants us to start training together , so he took me to his gym today and introduced me to a few personal trainers .

Training together , huh ? Elizabethrarched an eyebrow , her tone thick with skepticism .

Sure … Chapter 0140 +25 BONUS Oh , its not like that , I said quickly , waving a hand dismissively .

But my cheeks betrayed me , growing warmer at her implication .

Are you sure ? she teased , leaning in closer with a mischievous smirk .

Maybe thats his way of … keeping things interesting .

Alexander doesnt need an excuse to flirt , I muttered under my breath .

Aha ! Elizabeth laughed , her eyes sparkling with triumph I knew it .

Hes so effortlessly charming ; its practically a talent .

And that kind of charm ? You cant fake it .

I sighed , considering her words .

Youre not wrong about that , I admitted , sinking down beside her on the bed .

But enough about me .

What about you ? Youve been so busy lately I feel like we havent had a proper catch up in ages .

Elizabeths gaze flickered , and she looked up at the ceiling , a blush creeping over her cheeks .

She bit her lip , as if weighing something carefully .

Finally , she turned to me , a gleam of excitement and nervousness in her eyes .

Can I tell you something ? You have to swear not to breathe a word to anyone .