Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0122

Ella POV

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The drive back to my family home was awkward, to say the least. I couldn’t seem to shake the blush from my cheeks as I thought about facing my parents after everything that had just happened–not just David’s attack, but also the way I’d spent the night with Alexander, while they’d likely been up all night worrying about me.

The memory left me with a strange sense of guilt.

Physically, I was feeling much better, especially since Alexander had insisted I eat before we left his place. I’d argued, embarrassed and anxious, with little appetite to speak of, but he was persistent. I ended up having some fresh fruit and yogurt, which was, of course, delicious and did wonders to restore my strength.

By the time we pulled up to my parents‘ house, the lingering effects of the drug David had given me were gone.

Alexander parked the car, shut off the engine, and looked over at me with a questioning expression. He didn’t say a word, but I understood exactly what he wanted to ask.

“I want you to come in with me,” I assured him. “Last night doesn’t change anything about our arrangement, and my parents want to speak with you. They’d think it was strange if you didn’t come in, and that might complicate things.”

He studied me for a moment. “You seem uncomfortable,” he noted, his voice gentle. “I just want to be sure that it’s not because of me.”

my head. “You don’t

imagination, but Alexander seemed relieved by my words. Without further argument, he got out of the car, walked around to open my door, and offered me his hand. I took it, letting him help me out, and without releasing my hand,

room, waiting for us. It wasn’t until my mother stood and approached to shake Alexander’s hand that I

one, but, thanks to David, it was overshadowed.

to see you both,” he said. “I only wish

father replied.

way to the couch, where we sat close together. My mother took the seat on my other side, while my father settled

my daughter,” my father said

thank me. It never should

were… unhinged,” my father replied, his voice tight. “It’s clear that he’s willing

ever so slightly, the change so subtle

course,” my mother said, her gaze shifting to me, “but I just want to make sure that you’re truly all right. You’re feeling

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Chapter 0122