Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0266 Ella POV The next evening , I found myself back in my home packs territory , sitting in my fathers office .

It felt strange being here after so long , especially given the change in circumstances , but there was something comforting about it .

Alexander had been unable to attend the meeting due to an unexpected issue , so August sat beside me instead .

He was stiff , clearly out of his comfort zone , but his demeanor shifted the moment my father unrolled the charts and maps outlining the solar farm project .

August leaned forward , his interest piqued as he studied the plans .

Security is going to be the top concern , August said , his gaze fixed on the details .

The plans are wonderful- almost flawless , I dare say but we cannot trust the Lake Back .

Exactly , my father agreed , steepling his fingers beneath his chin as he regarded August thoughtfully .

This was the same concern Alexanders team of scientists raised when we worked on the plans together .

Ive been collaborating with the Lake Packs lawyers and Alpha Derrick to finalize the border adjustments , but that does nothing to guarantee David wont act childishly again in an attempt to cost us money and time .

Theres no way to guarantee that , I said , my irritation with Davids antics bubbling to the surface The last time I spoke with Alpha Derrick , it was clear he didnt care about the damage Davids actions had caused only about the impact on the packs reputation .

Thats always been the best way to get through to him , my father said with a rueful shake of his head .

Derricks morals may be lacking , but his pride certainly isnt .

Bad publicity cuts him deeply , and hes had more than his fair share of it in the past year .

How do we use that to our advantage ? August asked , glancing between us with a mix of curiosity and skepticism .

We make it seem like its Alpha Derricks idea , I suggested .

Like it or not , well have to involve them .

The solar farms planning , execution , and credit will belong to our packs , but if we let Derrick feel like he has a small measure of ownership , hell be more inclined to protect the border .

I see your point , August said , though his tone remained cautious .

But how exactly do we manage that ? Ill set up a meeting with Derrick , my father said , his tone making it clear he wasnt thrilled at the prospect .

Well make it clear that border security will be staffed by members of both our packs , but hell ultimately be responsible for protecting the plant .

If anything goes wrong , itll fall squarely on his shoulders .

However , if the project succeeds , as we expect it will , hell be credited for facilitating its success .

But wont it be obvious that the only thing it needs protecting from is the Lake Pack ? August asked , his skepticism clear .

I shook my head .

No.

The Lake Pack is far enough north that theres been some rogue activity in the area .

Its minimal , but it provides a convenient excuse for the upgraded security .

Its something the media will latch onto .

August nodded slowly .

I suppose youre right .

Still , well need Alexanders sign off on this .

OL course , I agreed .

Id hoped hed join us today so we could finalize everything , but you know how he is .

He took one evening off work , and now he feels like he has to do double time to make up for it .

Youll get used to it , August said , though I could tell by his tone that he didnt believe his own words .

He knew as well as I did how much Alexanders refusal to rest bothered me .

A good work ethic is important , my father added , his voice calm and measured .

But burning out before youre +25 BONUS Chapter 0266 forty will undo all the work youve accomplished .

Alexander will learn to loosen up Im sure Ella will insist upon it .

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