Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0177 Chapter 0177 Thats a good idea , I said , switching my phone to record mode .

We walked silently across the uneven ground , the crunch of our footsteps breaking the stillness .

The damage stretched as far as I could see deep furrows scarring the earth , the soil peppered with white grains of salt .

There wasnt a single plant left standing .

As I filmed , my mind raced , trying to think of ways to salvage this disaster .

Building anything commercial here wouldnt make sense not this close to Lunar Lake .

A school or community center was out of the question , given how isolated the area was .

Housing was also a nonstarter ; Id never put new homes so close to the border .

But I wouldnt let David win .

There had to be a way to make something out of this land , something worthwhile .

With Alexander by my side , I felt a flicker of hope .

He was resourceful and sharp , with a proven track record of successful projects not just on his own land but in the capital as well .

If I couldnt come up with a solution , I knew he could .

I clung to those thoughts , willing myself to stay calm and not let my anger overwhelm me .

I should have expected this the moment the land transfer was finalized .

I should have posted someone to guard it , but I hadnt thought David would stoop this low .

Yet , here we were .

There was no predicting his next move , no telling the lengths hed go to in order to come out on top .

And yet , this wasnt a game not to me .

Lives were on the line , even if David didnt realize it yet .

Id seen the worst case scenario play out in the original timeline .

If I allowed this to escalate further , I knew exactly how bad things could get .

This is frustrating , Alexander muttered , setting his teacup down with a quiet clink .

We were seated in my fathers study , surrounded by bookshelves and the faint scent of old paper .

After returning from the farmland , wed launched straight into brainstorming possible uses for the land , but an hour later , we were no closer to a solution .

Alexander was texting back and forth with his consultants , while I pored over maps of the area .

A tray of tea and sweets sat between us , largely untouched .

Neither of us had much of an appetite , due to our frustration .

Youre right about that , I said , glancing at Alexander .

Frustrating doesnt even begin to scratch the surface .

Im not sure if I want to scream or cry .

Youd be justified in doing either , he replied , his tone softening as he met my gaze .

I wish my dad was home , I said , breaking the silence .

He might be able to help us think of something .

Alexander leaned back , his expression thoughtful .

Were not actually in a rush , he pointed out .

I know , I said with a sigh , but I also know Im not going to be able to relax until we come up with a solution for this .

I cant stand the idea of David winning this round .

I felt the frown deepen on my face and pressed my hand to my forehead as if I could smooth away the worry lines .

Giving yourself a headache over it isnt going to help , Alexander said gently .

You should try to eat something .

You havent eaten all day .

Besides , its hard to think clearly when your brain doesnt have any fuel .

Youre right , I admitted , glancing at the tray of untouched sweets .

I picked up a plain looking sugar cookie and +25 BONUS Chapter 0177 took a small bite .

It was surprisingly delicious , and I realized just how hungry I was .

I sat back in my chair , eating the cookie and then another .

After a few moments , Alexander stood and walked to the window , opening the shades and letting sunlight pour into the room .

The light instantly lifted any spirits .

I let out a laugh , unable to stop myself .

Whats so funny ? Alexander asked as he returned to his seat .

I feel like a plant , I said , grinning .

A little sunlight and a snack , and I suddenly feel much better .

Sunlight can do wonders , Alexander said with a chuckle , glancing down at the map .

You shouldnt underestimate just how powerful it is .

I nodded in agreement , my gaze on the map .

Alexanders words lingered in my mind the power of sunlight .

Suddenly , an idea sparked .

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