Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0126

Ella POV

The air around us felt heavy after I answered Alexander’s question. It was probably too much for me to admit, but it was the truth, and I couldn’t stand the thought of him–or anyone else–believing he’d taken advantage of me.

The effects of the drug had been powerful, but I’d been fully aware of my actions, and I was grateful to have had Alexander there. It was better to have someone I trusted beside me.

Alexander seemed struck by my words, though he did his best to hide his reaction. He shifted slightly on the couch, his gaze dropping for a moment before returning to mine, his expression serious. “Ella, there have been a lot of… unexpected consequences to our contract.”

I nodded, understanding what he meant. Neither of us could have predicted how deeply entangled our lives would become once we agreed to work together.

I certainly hadn’t anticipated David’s relentless interference. As difficult as it had been for me, it had also impacted Alexander’s life, something I felt responsible for

“Yes, I agree,” I said softly. “I’m sorry about that. I understand if you feel I owe you something more to-

“That’s not what I’m saying,” Alexander cut me off, his voice firm. “You’ve been put in a lot more danger than I could have expected, and it concerns me. If I’d been just a little bit later…”

unable to meet his intense gaze. He’d saved me in more ways than one,

staying with me may put you in more danger, and I can’t guarantee I’ll always be able to protect you. If the risk ever becomes too much for you, if you want

was truly at stake–he couldn’t know the full weight of what losing to David would mean for both of us. But even so, he was willing to risk

me deeply that he’d consider giving up his competitive advantage, his

for

my sake.

I shook my head. “I made a commitment,” I replied. “I’m not backing out of our

pressed, his gaze searching mine. “There’s no guarantee you

stop, either,” I pointed

fingers through his hair, exhaling heavily as he leaned back on the couch. A serious look settled -over his face as he considered my words, and I could see the internal

his eyes was rare, and it made my heart ache; he was a

immediately calming me. His bright eyes locked onto mine, and he leaned forward slightly. “We’ll do it together, then,” he said with a smirk. “We’re a

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