Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0264 A small , irrational part of me wanted to turn around and walk out , but that would be ridiculous .

Instead , I stepped up to the counter and focused on placing my order : the usual drinks for James and me .

Id hoped Fiona wouldnt notice me .

No such luck .

Ella ! she called out , her voice bright with excitement .

I turned , forcing a smile .

Hello , Fiona .

We have to stop meeting like this , she joked .

It seems we have very similar tastes , I replied lightly .

How have you been ? Im good ! she said , her smile genuine .

Im taking an extended lunch break today theres a long meeting later that I need to brace myself for .

How about you ? Have things been crazy with Alexander since the Kings big announcement ? Its certainly been interesting , I said , choosing my words carefully .

I take it you know what the plan is ? She nodded knowingly .

Of course .

Alexanders always talked about wanting to pursue the role of King .

Thats right , I confirmed , the words coming out more evenly than Id expected .

If youre not too busy , Id love to sit down and chat , Fiona said , her tone light but eager .

I hesitated for a moment before nodding .

I have time .

Ill grab your drinks when theyre ready , James offered .

Thank you , Fiona said , flashing him a bright smile .

Then she turned to me and gestured toward the seating area .

Where would you like to sit ? It doesnt matter , I replied .

We chose a table near the window , and Fiona settled into her seat with an excited smile .

She leaned her elbows on the table , her body angled forward , brimming with energy So , she began , the election .

Are you nervous ? Excited ? How are you feeling ? A bit nervous , I admitted , trying to sound composed .

But Im sure its nothing I cant handle .

Alexander and L have been navigating the spotlight together since the beginning of our relationship .

This will be more intense , of course , but nothing we cant manage .

Thats good , she said , her tone genuinely reassuring .

Alexander can be a bit reckless about things sometimes , but you seem to have a good head on your shoulders .

Im sure youll keep him grounded .

I frowned slightly , picking up on the edge in her words .

What do you mean by reckless about things ? Well , you know , she said , waving a hand vaguely .

With some of his past … indiscretions .

Its always surprised te that hes as public as he is.

If anyone were to dig too far into his background or Diana gets gossiping ..

Fiona trailed off abruptly , her expression shifting as she realized what shed said .

Her eyes went wide , and she glanced at me nervously .

What would they find ? I asked , leaning forward and keeping my voice low .

Nothing , she answered too quickly , the word automatic .

Just normal youthful indiscretions .

+25 BONUS Chapter 0264 Thats not what you mean , and we both know it , I said , and hes entitled to them .

But if theres somethiny voice calm but firm .

I know Alexander has secrets , know .

that could cause a scandal or jeopardize the election , I need to Fionas gaze darted to James , who stood near the counter , giving us space but still within earshot .

She bit her lower lip , visibly conflicted .

Its not my place , she said softly .

Im sorry .

I assumed bed told you everything So he is hiding something , I said thoughtfully , more to myself than to her .

Id had a feeling , but this only confirmed it .

Its nothing you need to be concerned about , Fiona insisted , but her tone lacked conviction .

I studied her carefully , and it was clear she was lying or at least withholding something .

There was a weight to her hesitation , a warning buried in her words .

Whatever she wasnt saying , it wasnt trivial .

It was something potentially dangerous , something that could derail everything if it came to light .

This wasnt just about me or Alexander anymore .

The election was too important to allow any loose ends .

This was about the well being of the entire kingdom .

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