Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0245 +25 BONUS I suppose thats true , I admitted .

But its exactly because of our contract that I felt the need to find some way to show my appreciation .

Youve done far more for me than Ive done for you .

Im not so sure about that , Alexander said , pouring the wine and handing me a glass .

His eyes met mine , a flicker of warmth softening his features .

I think youve helped me more than you realize .

But well soon find out if were right especially with the election race beginning soon .

I tilted my head , puzzled .

Im not sure what you mean .

There were a few moments of scandal with the women who came forward about you , but thats all been handled .

And youve used your resources to protect me , repeatedly … Even when David … At the mention of the incident , a shadow crossed Alexanders face .

He shook it off quickly , taking a measured sip of his wine before speaking again .

Theres a lot more to my past and reputation than you might know , he said thoughtfully .

For example , why do you think I know this racetrack so well ? I assumed youve had business meetings here , I replied , recalling how hed once used a baseball field for networking .

Alexander shook his head , a wry smile playing on his lips .

When I was young , before my father died , I was an amateur racer .

Even after he passed , I continued to race under an assumed name .

The thrill of it the adrenaline it made me feel alive when nothing else did .

I didnt want to give it up.

I stared at him , trying to imagine the ever composed Alexander chasing danger on the racetrack .

Im sure you can imagine , he continued , that this was … problematic .

For the son of an alpha , and later , an alpha himself .

Not just because racing is dangerous , but because of the disreputable opinions many people have about it .

But Ive never heard that about you , I said , disbelief lacing my voice .

When I tried looking into your past to get ideas for this surprise , nothing about racing came up .

My mother did everything she could to hush it up , Alexander said , staring into his wine glass .

It was an embarrassment to her .

Thats a bit harsh , I replied , frowning .

No , he said with a soft sigh , its completely understandable .

The pack was going through an incredibly difficult time , and my behavior was putting our reputation at risk .

It was selfish of me .

Im sorry you had to give it up , I said earnestly .

I can tell it meant a lot to you .

Alexander looked at me , his emotions laid bare for a fleeting moment before his ever charming smile slid back into place .

It did mean a lot to me once , he admitted .

But Ive grown up since then matured , much like you have .

Ive realized that taking care of my pack is more important than anything else .

I nodded , though his words made me feel profoundly sad.

Alexander had sacrificed the things he loved most to step up for his family , yet what had he truly gained ? A sterling reputation ? Fans ? He worked tirelessly , and yet his mother still favored his younger brother .

Life had been unkind to him , and he hid it so well .

I couldnt help but wonder what else he kept locked away what secret had he been on the verge of confessing to me the night of our rehearsal dinner ? Now wasnt the time to bring it up , but I hadnt forgotten .

Eventually , I would have to ask him .

I needed to 1/2 Chapter 0245 +26 BONUS understand the parts of Alexander he still kept hidden , the truths that even his captivating smile couldnt conceal .

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