Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 359 Alexander POV +25 BONUS Ellas handling of Amanda completely caught me off guard , and I wasnt sure how I felt about it .

How could she have any pity for the woman who had put her through so much ? It eluded me .

At the same time , it showed a level of control and cleverness that was undeniable .

A true Luna not only showing mercy but doing it in a way that didnt tip her hand .

She hadnt made herself seem weak or easily manipulated .

Still , it felt like a change that came out of nowhere .

I didnt have a chance to ask her about it now .

There was too much risk of being overheard .

After a few minutes , the King returned to the upper level , his expression slightly disturbed .

He shook his head .

How does a person lose touch with reality to that degree ? Ella glanced toward the door where Amandas screams still echoed .

Shes been through a lot , she said quietly .

I scoffed .

She brought it on herself .

Ella sighed .

Thats true … but still , if David hadnt put her through so much , I dont think shed be this way .

Then she turned to the King , her expression serious .

Have you had a doctor examine her ? The King frowned .

No.

Please do so right away , Ella insisted .

Ive known Amanda my entire life .

I know her scent … something is off .

The King and I both stared at her in surprise .

What do you mean off ? I asked .

Ella hesitated , then exhaled softly .

I think she may be pregnant .

The King cursed under his breath .

He straightened , rubbing his temples .

Im afraid this meeting will have to be postponed , he said apologetically .

I have to deal with all of this .

Ella nodded .

We understand .

Well return when things are less chaotic .

Of course , the King replied .

I only have one request .

I tensed , already irritated .

The King had complicated things more than necessary , acting without consulting us .

The fact that he would now ask us for a favor only made it worse .

Whats that ? I asked , keeping my tone even .

He exhaled .

Dont speak to the press about this .

Theyll have questions for you both about David , about Amanda but until weve had a chance to talk , Id rather there be no interviews .

I raised an eyebrow .

No more press conferences , then ? Ella looked at me curiously , but I held the Kings gaze .

He nodded .

Correct .

No more press conferences for the time being .

I gave a short nod .

Agreed .

Then I looped my arm around Ella and turned us toward the exit .

The guards allowed us out , and I walked her to the car then opened the door for her .

Ella got in and as I closed the door I saw her staring past me at the house .

There was a haunted look on her face , as +25 BONUS Chapter 359 if what had happened in there impacted her more than she wanted to let on .

Once we were both inside , I pulled away from the Kings home and exhaled heavily , sinking into my seat .

I glanced at Ella .

She had her face in her hands , and for a moment , I worried she was crying .

But when she lowered them , she wasnt crying .

She just looked exhausted .

What really happened in there ? I asked .

Ella sighed heavily and looked at me , her expression unreadable .

Like I said , she replied .

I had the opportunity to hurt her , to get my revenge … and I just felt bad .

I didnt expect it .

I still hate her , but would I be any better than her if I made sure she was condemned ? If I did everything I could to ensure her execution ? Youll always be better than her , I answered tightly .

To my surprise , she smiled and reached over , taking my hand .

Besides , she said , I think this will work out in our favor in the end .

How so ? I asked curiously .

Amanda does know a few things that could be bad for us if they went public .

But if I can muddy the waters , make it so that- So that her word cant be trusted at all , I finished as realization dawned .

A slow smile spread across my face .

No one will believe a word she says because half of it sounds like insane ramblings .

Exactly , Ella confirmed .

Even if shes telling the complete truth , she cant hurt us .

Her support will wane , and even those who might have fought for her will turn away to protect their own reputations .

I shook my head in admiration .

You can be devious when you want to be .

When I have to be , she corrected with a small smirk .

Still , something weighed on her , and I could see it in her posture .

You dont seem very relieved to have this behind us , I said , concern seeping into my tone .

She exhaled , sinking lower into the seat .

This is only one of many problems .

Im glad its resolved , but theres still plenty to worry about .

You really cant take a moment to feel relieved ? Probably , she admitted .

But every time I allow myself to something else goes wrong .

I dont think we can afford to get too comfortable not for a long time .

Her words twisted something deep in my chest .

She was right , but I wanted nothing more than to just be with Ella , without the weight of our pasts pressing down on us .

Yet , our problems werent waiting for us to catch our breath .

Rumors had already started spreading about me and Sabrina .

The election was heating up .

If I didnt address the speculation soon , it could spiral out of control .

But how could I fight the rumors if I didnt even know the truth ? I had to find out if Sabrinas child was truly mine .

The thought unsettled ine in ways I couldnt quite name .

If had a daughter if I had always had a daughter and never known then every experience over the past five years was suddenly painted in a different light .

Chapter 359 Time I could have spent with her .

Time she had spent without her real father .

+25 BONUS Maybe it was my own experience , growing up without my real parents , that made this hit so hard .

I remembered what it was like , feeling different , feeling like I didnt quite belong .

Had she ever wondered about me ? Suspected the truth ? Did she feel alone ? Was she scared ? I wouldnt wish that feeling on any child .

But why would Sabrina keep something like this from me ? It didnt make sense .

There had to be more to the story .

And yet , there was no way for me to find out without going directly to her .

I wasnt ready for that .

My emotions were too tangled , my thoughts too chaotic where she was concerned .

I didnt trust myself to face her and not let everything Id buried rise to the surface .

And I was afraid to tell Ella .

Not because I still had feelings for Sabrina I didnt .

But I remembered how upset Ella had been over Fiona .

How jealous , how hurt .

Our relationship was still finding its footing , and the last thing I wanted was to shake it .

Not now .

Not when I was finally beginning to believe that we could have a future .

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