Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0174 Third Person POV Diana stared at Ella in disbelief .

Diana had never expected such confidence from such a young girl .

Most of what she had heard about Ella Rowan was from a few months ago .

It all led her to believe she was timid , innocent , and too nervous to stand her ground .

But seeing her now , fiercely defending him , it was clear that it want the case .

Diana felt a wave of conflicting emotions .

On one hand , if Alexander was truly going through with this wedding , the pack needed a strong Luna by his side .

As Alpha , Alexanders choices were final , and the only viable path forward was to accept his decision .

Yet Ella was nothing like Diana had anticipated .

Her composure , her defiance these were not traits Diana had been prepared to see .

She wondered briefly if Alexander had coached Ella for this meeting , warning her to be on guard .

But that didnt quite add up .

Diana was always as polite and diplomatic as possible when dealing with other packs .

Why would he think she would be anything less ? Still , Ellas poise had thrown her off balance , and Diana couldnt help but reevaluate the young woman standing before her .

Perhaps there was more to Ella Rowan than the rumors suggested .

Ella POV Diana studied me for a moment , her eyes searching mine as though trying to uncover a hidden truth .

Then , she frowned .

You wouldnt be the first woman he took liberties with , she said .

Arent you worried the reports were true ? I dont know what Id do if I ever learned something so horrible about my son , but it seems to me you should be more cautious .

Those reports have been discredited , I pointed out .

Many of the women who made those claims have retracted them .

Theres really no reason to be concerned .

Still , Ive known Alexander his whole life .

I know that hes good at hiding his mistakes … He isnt hiding anything from me , I said confidently .

Diana tilted her head slightly as she looked at me .

You certainly arent what I expected , she said softly .

I hope for your sake that youre right then , she added .

Without missing a beat , she turned and strode back toward the table , addressing Alexander as if she hadnt just been accusing him of abuse .

I stood frozen for a moment , staring at Alexander as I tried to process what had just happened .

He seemed unaware of the exchange , but I couldnt shake the unease settling over me .

Based on our conversation last night , I wasnt sure if this was something I should tell him about .

It would only heighten the tension between him and his mother , and things were strained enough already .

Still , it angered me that she could believe such a thing about him .

Alexander didnt deserve the criticism he got .

I made up my mind then , I would find a way to show her how wrong she was about her son .

Diana returned to her seat , and I turned to Alexander .

Our eyes met , and I could tell he sensed I was upset .

His brow lifted in a silent question , but instead of offering an explanation , I glanced pointedly at Diana .

+25 BONUS Chapter 0174 Alexander followed my gaze , studying his mother for a moment before shifting his focus back to me .

Without a word , he slipped his arm around my waist .

We actually have a lot to do today , he said , addressing Diana .

We wont be able to stay for breakfast we need to get back .

Are you sure ? Diana asked , her frown deepening .

I dont want to send you off on an empty stomach .

Im afraid its unavoidable , he replied smoothly .

But Ill be in touch soon .

Michael stood and walked over to us , a faint frown on his face .

It was good to see you , he said , extending his hand to Alexander , who shook it firmly .

Then Michael turned to me , hesitating slightly before offering his hand .

It was really great to meet you too , I said , shaking his hand with a polite smile .

Well see you soon , right ? Michael asked , turning back to Alexander .

I promise not to be gone as long as I was last time , Alexander said softly .

And Ill call you soon .

Michaels expression brightened .

Ill hold you to that , he said .

Have a safe journey back , Diana said , though her tone carried an edge of reluctance .

If youre insistent on going now .

She walked over to Alexander and pulled him into a firm hug .

His posture was stiff and uncertain , but he returned the embrace .

When she released him , she turned to me with a tight smile .