Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 355 +25 BONUS Chapter 355 Ella POV When Alexander and I entered the lobby on our way to the parking garage , August was already waiting for us , his expression tight with concern .

Diana just stormed out , he informed us .

Follow her , Alexander instructed without hesitation .

Keep your distance , make sure she doesnt see you I want to know what shes really getting up to in the capital .

Yes , sir .

August nodded sharply before turning on his heel and disappearing through the doors .

Alexander and I hurried to one of his favorite cars and slid inside .

The Kings house was a short drive away , and if we were quick , wed arrive just as the press conference wrapped up .

We needed answers .

Why Amanda ? What had changed ? As he drove , I reached for Alexanders hand , intertwining my fingers with his .

I could feel the tension in him , the anger still simmering from our encounter with Diana .

Slowly , bit by bit , his grip relaxed .

He needed to be clear- headed for this conversation .

When we arrived , the news crews were already dispersing , their vans pulling away from the Kings estate .

The guards hesitated , but after a beat , they stepped aside and allowed us through .

Inside , the Kings face lit up with a broad smile .

I was hoping youd see the news , he said .

Ive been wanting to talk to you both .

Weve only ever been a phone call away , Alexander said , his concern unwavering .

Come , come .

The King waved us forward , leading us down a long hallway and into a private sitting room .

The moment we stepped inside , I froze .

From somewhere in the distance , muffled but unmistakable , came the sound of screaming .

Amanda .

Whats going on ? I asked , glancing toward the door .

A Shes been … upset , the King said , as if that were an understatement .

Shes been like this since she was taken into custody .

Im surprised she hasnt lost her voice yet .

Why the arrest ? Alexander asked , his tone sharp .

Just days ago , you released Archer due to a lack of evidence .

What changed with Amanda ? David , the King said simply .

He told us Amanda was fully aware of his actions and even helped arrange at least one kidnapping attempt against Ella and her mother .

Dr.

McIntyre backed up his claims , and with that , we had enough for an arrest .

But not Archer , I murmured .

The King shook his head .

Archer Gray covered his tracks well .

So far , neither David nor Amanda have implicated fim Alexander crossed his arins , That doesnt make sense .

My best guess? the King said .

Theyre afraid of him .

Amanda keeps ranting about how she has powerful +25 BONUS Chapter 355 connections , how were making a mistake messing with her , but when pressed , shes short on details .

And Dr.

McIntyre ? I asked .

Has she said anything else ? The Kings expression hardened .

No.

Shes refusing to share more .

Says the people at the top of this scheme are too dangerous and shes already risked enough .

Alexander exhaled through his nose , deep in thought .

I could see the wheels turning in his mind debating whether or not he should share what we knew with the King .

I made my decision .

Would it be possible for me to talk to Amanda ? I asked .

Both men turned to look at me .

Alexander looked surprised .

The King , however , did not .

I hoped youd ask , he said .

Weve gotten nothing out of her but vague threats .

Maybe hearing from someone she knows will shake her .

Alexander stiffened .

Ella , this is a dangerous idea .

I can handle Amanda , I said firmly , meeting his gaze .

I think Ive proven that .

Besides , shes in custody , right ? Handcuffed ? She is , the King confirmed .

Then she cant touch me .

I crossed my arms.

Let me try .

No one else has been able to get anything out of her .

Alexander was silent for a moment .

From the upper floor , Amandas shrieking continued , raw and ragged .

Finally , he reached for my hand , gripping it tightly , If things get too intense , you walk out of there , he said in a low voice .

Promise me .

I smiled , squeezing his fingers .

I promise .

I need you to trust that I know what Im doing .

His eyes softened , just slightly .

I trust you with my life .

Then , he lifted my hand to his lips and kissed my knuckles .

Lets not waste any more time , the King said abruptly .