Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0004

Ella POV

I woke early the next morning, having decided to attend the opening of a new shopping center in the capital. I knew Alexander would be making an appearance there, and I hoped for a chance to speak with him.

As I stood before my closet, preparing to get ready, I felt a headache forming. Everything was so brightly colored and attention–grabbing.

I had to remind myself that I was 20 again. At this point in my life, I had focused on having fun and was eager to express my personality. I wanted to seem edgy, but now I feared I only came across as naive.

That wasn’t the impression I wanted to leave today. I needed to be taken seriously, especially by Alexander. Other than the proposal, this would be my first public appearance since coming of age, and I wanted to project confidence and maturity. 1

After spending some time going through my closet, I found a pale yellow dress that wasn’t frilly or covered in gemstones. I put it on and examined myself in the mirror. With the right styling, it could work.

I continued to dig through my clothes and found a dark gray half–jacket, a pair of gray shoes that matched, and a belt that complemented the look.

1 kept my jewelry simple, wearing stud earrings and a pendant. It wasn’t my best outfit, but I looked mature and put–together.

Once I was ready, I went downstairs for breakfast. I could tell right away that my pack members were taken aback by my appearance.

“You look nice,” I heard someone say. “What’s the occasion?”

“You look so much more mature,” someone else chimed in.

I smiled. “I wanted to go to the opening ceremony for the shopping center today, and I thought I should try to look nice.”

My father smiled at me. “Are you sure?” he asked. “There will be Alphas, Betas, and Gammas there. Normally, you hate interacting with other high–ranking wolves.”

I smiled back at him. It was true–when I was that innocent Alpha daughter, I hated attending formal events where I felt like I was being stared at and put on the spot. It was hard for me to know how to behave, and I was always afraid I’d embarrass myself.

This time, however, I was ready.

“Well, I think it’s a good idea for me to start meeting with others and forming stronger relationships. After all, it will be beneficial for the pack’s business in the future if I’m on good terms with the others.”

my mother and the others were staring at me in surprise, but my father just continued to smile proudly

as was the hour–long drive to

was a bustling metropolitan area where

the Capitol had become my

thoughts aside as we arrived at the shopping center. It had been built by Alexander’s pack, and

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Chapter 0004

I realized it was a

too many people here yet. A podium with a microphone was set up for the official

who was unwinding wires and setting up microphones. “Excuse me,” I asked. “Do you know where Alpha Alexander is?”

curiously before recognition dawned on his face. “He’s in his office, resting up for his speech. He’s very busy today and

the chance to speak to

then I headed toward a nearby building, which housed the local

was certain no one was paying attention to me, I hurried down the hallway. Luckily, I found my way to his office easily. It seemed my timing was good because

but his Beta stepped in front of me. “I’m sorry,” he said, looking at me with a forced smile. “The Alpha is very busy today. We might have time for

not a fan,” I said pointedly. “My name is Ella.

attention to Alexander. “This is David’s fiancée,” he said, referring

“What kind of collaboration are you

Alexander looked amused by my boldness, but I ignored it as I rose on my toes to whisper in his ear. “I want your help taking David down.”

I’ve heard about,” he said. “If you’re having a lover’s spat, you’ll have to deal with it on your own. And if you’re trying to lure me into a trap, you’ll need

his betrayal came rushing back, twisting in my chest. I took a deep breath to keep myself calm and looked Alexander squarely

I cannot disclose,” I said firmly.

past life flowing back, sadness and hatred of being killed by my dear husband and best friend overwhelmed me once

was about my pack, my family, and… everything.”

shifting slightly. I could tell he somehow felt the depth of my emotion.

be the Alpha King,” I continued. “I can help you do

stepped a little closer, and his eyes moved over