Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0045 +25 BONUS Its stunning , I said as 1 looked at the image of a large wolf standing silhouetted against a full moon .

Yes , its nice , David agreed , trying to hide lais disappointment .

Is this hand carved ? I asked , reaching my fingers out and delicately running thern over the lines of the image .

It must have taken hours , and the wood is such a beautiful color .

Is it stained , or is it naturally like that ? Its natural red oak , the Alpha King responded , and Im pleased that you like it .

I made it myself .

I looked at him in shock .

I had no idea you had such artistic talent .

I dont often get a chance to show it off , he said dismissively .

Its a She Wolf , he explained .

I hope that the image might be some inspiration to help your own wolf reawaken .

I was touched by the thoughtfulness of his gift .

Thank you so much , 1 said .

Well find a place of honor to display it .

The King seemed pleased with this response .

David was silent .

I wasnt sure if he was embarrassed by how underwhelmed he seemed by such a thoughtful gift or if he was just afraid of saying something else to offend the King .

I took the plaque from David and carefully handed it to my father , who placed it gently on the table .

When I turned back to the guests in front of us , I saw Alexander making his way forward , a small box in his hands .

Oh , great , David grumbled under his breath .

Him again .

Who invited him ? I did , I replied .

I thought we agreed to invite all of the Alphas and Lunas .

I didnt think that would include him , David said , looking at me with irritation .

I thought I made it clear how I feel about him .

You should have been more specific , I replied dismissively .

I turned my attention back to Alexander and smiled brightly at him .

Congratulations on your wedding , he said , stepping towards me and placing the small , turquoise colored box gently into my hands .

Youve already given us many gifts , I pointed out .

And yet I found one more , he replied coolly .

And since it seems youve gotten so many extravagant gifts for yourself already , David , Im sure you wont mind that this one is specifically for Ella .

Why should I mind that ? David replied snappily .

I ignored him and opened the box .

I couldnt contain a gaspas I looked at the contents .

This is too much , I said softly .

Inside the box was a beautiful white gold diamond studded necklace , bracelet , earrings , and a ring , That cant be real , David said .

Its very real , Alexander replied .

Davids mother gasped in shock as she looked at the gift .

t cant be , she said softly .

Did you purchase those from the estate auction of the luna of Silver Lake ? she asked .

+25 BONUS Chapter 0045 I did , Alexander confirmed .

But those cost a small fortune ! Davids father declared .

Alexander waved his hand dismissively .

They werent cheap , but it was hardly what I would consider a fortune .

I could hear the people around us whispering as they tried to get a look at the contents of the gift box .

I had heard of the Silver Lake pack .

They were once the most wealthy pack in the kingdom , but they had fallen on hard times and were forced to sell of some of their most prized posessions Alexander made a point of looking at my left hand , where the small diamond that David had put on my finger during the ceremony sat .

He made a slight face , then looked at the box .

Perhaps your style is more simple , he said , but I hope that youll enjoy the jewels I chose for you anyway .

Im sure Ill find the perfect occasion to wear them , I responded .

Thank you so much for your thoughtful gift.

Youre very welcome , Alexander said , smirking slightly a David before he turned to walk away .

Arrogant , David muttered under his breath .

But I ignored him .

My eyes were fixed on Alexander as he disappeared into the crowd .