Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0183 Alexander POV +25 BONUS My phone started to ring almost as soon as I ended the call with Ella .

I glared at the screen as I saw it was the venue .

They had a lot of nerve to violate a contract with me , but I had to keep my anger in check .

I kept my voice calm and firm as I answered .

Have you called to explain yourself ? There was a pause before a woman responded .

Alpha Black ? Youve canceled my booking and given the time slot to someone else , I said .

Explain yourself .

How do you know about that ? she asked in disbelief .

It only happened late last night .

Discretion isnt David Lakes strong point , I said pointedly .

Perhaps you should think more about the character of the people you do business with .

There was a long pause and I could hear papers shuffling on the other line .

I cant apologize enough , Alpha Black , the woman said , a hint of fear in her tone .

It was a mistake .

It wasnt , I said , cutting her off .

Dont lie to me .

It… she trailed off , then sighed .

The employee that was on staff last night made a bad decision .

I cant apologize enough .

She was offered substantially more than we charge to guarantee that date to Mr.

Lake .

Im afraid that I cant undo the damage .

I can offer you any other date youd like at a steep discount- I laughed , silencing her .

Part of me wanted to lash out at her .

I knew that I could reduce her to tears with my words in seconds .

That wouldnt do any good though .

I appreciate that you had enough respect to call me , I said .

I will arrange for another venue on that date .

Good luck with the Lakes .

I hung up and sat my phone on the desk .

You handled that well , August said .

I glanced up at him and shrugged .

What else could I do ? I asked .

August was sitting on the other end of the room , working on a finance report on his laptop .

He smirked a little as he looked at me .

Do you think that David Lake has any idea the trouble hes getting himself into with you ? Frankly , Im more concerned about Amanda Gray at this point , I said .

The text message she sent Ella concerns me .

The message didnt feel like a direct threat it was taunting , plain and simple .

But why send it at all ? The fact that they were aware of the wedding plans and schedule shouldnt be ignored , August pointed out .

Im already keeping tabs on them , of course .

If something concerning was happening , I should have known by now .

Even so , this was a reminder to stay vigilant , I said .

The immediate priority is finding a new venue .

Where should we start ? August asked .

I considered the question .

This wasnt just about picking a replacement ; it had to be the right one .

David had raised the stakes , turning this into a public spectacle .

Our venue needed to be more than suitable it needed to be opulent and commanding , something that would make an impression on him and the entire Kingdom .

1/2 +25 BONUS Chapter 0183 That narrowed our options considerably .

But there was one place that came to mind .

It would take a favor one I didnt offer lightly but it was worth it .

If it meant making Ella happy and ensuring this wedding set a standard no one could match , I was willing to do it .

Ella POV James wasnt the only one waiting for me at the shopping center when I arrived in the capital .

I was surprised to find Elizabeth standing beside him , her arms crossed and a knowing smile on her face .

Alexander , it turned out , had called her and mentioned that I might need some cheering up .

That he would think to reach out to my best friend in a moment like this warmed me to my core .

Alexander was far more thoughtful than people gave him credit for , and his consideration had already brightened my mood .

Its all the more reason I need to find him a gift , I said as Elizabeth and I began making our way toward the far end of the shopping center , planning to work our way back to the entrance as we browsed .

He is surprisingly sweet to you , isnt he ? Elizabeth teased , smirking as she gave me a sidelong glance .

Everyone keeps saying things like that , I replied thoughtfully .

Is it really so surprising that Alexander is kind ? I dont think so , she admitted .

But I do think that a powerful , attractive , and wealthy alpha whos also genuinely kind might seem a little … unbelievable to most people .

I laughed at that , knowing exactly what she meant .

People in Alexanders position often came across as arrogant at best , but he hadnt shown even a hint of that .

Come on , Elizabeth prodded , elbowing me playfully .

He must have a flaw .

Im sure he does , I said with a casual shrug .

I just couldnt tell you what it is .

Youre definitely in the honeymoon phase , she teased .

And youre not even married yet ! Im not blinded by affection , I countered with mock indignation , though the flush on my cheeks betrayed me .

Elizabeth just grinned knowingly .

If you say so .

I do , I said firmly .

Alexanders just a good guy .

I believe you , Elizabeth replied with a smile .

Then her expression shifted slightly , curiosity lighting her eyes .

Now , not to change the subject , but Alexander told me you were down in the dumps and needed cheering up .

He didnt tell me why , though .

Is it about the wedding date ? 1