Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

hapter 0272 Chapter 0272 Michaels far more mature than you are , Alexander shot back .

As if he had a choice , Fiona quipped .

What does that mean ? I asked , curiosity piqued .

With a mother like Diana , its not like he had the luxury of a normal childhood , Fiona said casually, her tone light but her words weighted .

Thats true enough , Alexander agreed , his gaze fixed on the drink menu .

Mother forced Michael to take every extracurricular activity , class , and training available .

Youd think he was being groomed to be Alpha , Fiona murmured under her breath .

The word hit me like a shockwave .

I turned to Alexander , searching his face for a reaction , but he said nothing , his attention still firmly on the menu .

Why would Diana even consider the possibility of Michael becoming Alpha ? I asked , my voice low , That would mean … something terrible would have to happen to you .

Alexanders jaw tightened , but he didnt respond .

Fiona leaned closer , lowering her voice .

Dianas always been like that , she said softly .

For as long as I can remember .

Shes … a lot .

I dont mean to speak ill of her , but there are times I really wonder what her motivations are .

I understand , I said , nodding slowly .

The way she talks sometimes puts me on edge .

Trust me , its not just you , Fiona said with a faint smile , glancing toward Alexander .

His expression remained unreadable , but the tension in his shoulders spoke volumes , You mentioned before that Diana is a gossip , I said , leaning slightly forward .

Do you really think she might say something that could cause problems for us ? Fiona shook her head .

I dont think its anything we need to worry about , she said thoughtfully .

But sometimes she speaks without thinking or at least thats how it seems to me .

Theres nothing to worry about , Alexander interjected firmly .

His tone left little room for debate .

We appreciate your concern , but my mother isnt going to cause us any problems .

You seem very certain about that , I said , studying him .

Fiona reached across the table and patted Alexanders forearm gently .

Im not trying to be a pain , she said , her voice warm .

Im just worried about you , honestly .

Alexander placed his hand over hers absentmindedly .

I understand , he said , his tone softening .

And I appreciate your help , but in this case , its not needed .

The quiet moment between them sparked a memory .

Details from the original timeline came flooding back to me the specifics of Fiona and Alexanders wedding .

It hadnt happened until after the scandal that derailed Alexanders political career .

The marriage must have been as much of a façade as mine to him , a calculated move to salvage his reputation .

Seeing them now , it was clear Fiona had stepped in not out of romance , but loyalty .

She cared deeply for Alexander , and he trusted her implicitly .

Chapter 0272 +25 BONUS All my previous jealousy felt misplaced .

There had never been anything romantic between them just a profound bond between two friends willing to do whatever it took to support one another .

Alexander caught me staring and quickly removed his hand from Fionas .

She noticed the abrupt movement , leaning back in her seat and glancing at me with a curious expression .

I offered them both a reassuring smile .

There was no need to feel jealous there never had been .

Now that I recalled the timing of their marriage , it all made sense .

Alexander had needed her , and Fiona had agreed to step in .

That was all .

If anything , this realization made me feel more confident .

Having someone as loyal as Fiona on our side could only help us in the months ahead , as the election process heated up .

Alexander hadnt even announced his candidacy yet , but it already felt like we were entrenched in the battle .

For now , though, tonight was about relaxing and enjoying a pleasant evening together .

Soon enough , everything would change .

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