Another Chance for the Luna Queen novel

Chapter 0073 Chapter 0073 Alexander POV I stepped into the hallway , leaving the door open behind me , waiting for Ella to follow .

She hesitated for a moment , giving me a strange , quizzical look .

I chose not to ask about it .

We were in her packs territory , in her fathers house there was no room for mistakes now .

Our performance had to be flawless .

I had expected more resistance from Alpha Roman , if I were honest .

The fact that he had so readily agreed to let Ella enter another relationship , especially after the disaster of her marriage , spoke volumes about just how much he doted on her .

I had heard plenty about that , of course rumors that she was treated like a precious only child , given everything she desired without question .

Still , it surprised me .

Not that it was a bad thing for a father to care deeply about his daughter , but I couldnt help wondering if that same overprotectiveness had led to Ellas trouble with David .

If her parents never questioned her decisions or intervened when she was making obvious mistakes … well , it was no wonder she found herself tangled up with him .

Maybe that was too harsh .

After all , Ella hadnt told me much about how she ended up with David .

I was working with second hand information , whispers and rumors , public perceptions I knew better than most could be dangerously flawed .

Ella walked quietly beside me , her cheeks still pink with embarrassment .

I resisted the urge to comment on it , though a smile tugged at my lips .

There was something undeniably cute about her blushing , the way she seemed to shy away from acknowledging the tension between us .

For all her poise , Ellas emotions were written so plainly on her face , and I found myself watching her more closely than I should .

A warmth built inside me as I wondered what thoughts were racing through her mind in that moment .

Her silence spoke more than words ever could .

Together , we stepped out of the house , walking down the path toward where my car was waiting .

Im glad that went well , I said , stopping at the end of the walkway to glance at Ella .

She smiled up at me .

Me too .

Her eyes darted around nervously , and I could sense the tension building in her .

Her familys guards stood nearby , their watchful eyes making her uneasy .

I leaned in slightly , lowering my voice to a whisper .

I suppose we shouldnt kiss goodbye with so many prying eyes .

Her blush deepened , and she hesitated before opening her arms with a small , shy smile .

A hug will have to do .

Her response caught me off guard , but I didnt miss a beat .

stepped forward and wrapped my arms around her .

The difference in our height made her chin rest awkwardly on my shoulder as we embraced .

She felt warm in my arms , and to my surprise , my heart began to race .

I lingered in the hug longer than I should have , enjoying the closeness .

When I realized it , I quickly pulled away , trying to compose myself .

Well talk soon , I said , stepping into the car .

Drive safe , Ella said , her voice soft , and I noticed the slight embarrassment in her eyes as she waved .

I watched her through the rearview mirror as she walked back toward the house , her figure growing smaller with each step .

1/2 +25 BONUS Chapter 0073 August glanced at me from the drivers seat as he began to drive .

I take it things went well ? Exactly according to plan , I replied , though a sinking feeling tugged at me .

So , she agreed to the date tomorrow ? My heart dropped , and my eyes widened .

Somehow , in all the tension of the moment , I had completely forgotten to ask Ella out .

How could I have made such a ridiculous mistake ? Getting her fathers permission to date her was only the first step the next was making sure we were seem together in public .

August stared at me , and my silence gave him all the answers he needed .

Are you feeling all right , sir ? Im fine , I said quickly , pulling my phone from my pocket .

You forgot to ask her , didnt you ? August asked , raising an eyebrow .

Its not a big deal , I replied , trying to brush it off .

Ill just text her now .

Its not like you to forget something like that .

Youre acting weird .

I couldnt help but smile at his bluntness .

It was just like him to say exactly what he thought , no concern for sparing my feelings .

Its time to make our relationship public , I texted Ella .

Id like to take you on a date tomorrow .

Hardly any time passed before Ellas reply came through : a simple , joyful yes .

I couldnt help but smile at the words .

Whats with that lovesick smile ? August asked , breaking my moment of bliss .

My head snapped up , shock evident on my face .

Lovesick ? I echoed , disgust lacing my voice .

The way you behave around her … Im starting to worry that youre actually falling for her , he said , a hint of concern in his eyes .

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