Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0153

Chapter 0153

Alexander POV

The soft growl that escaped Ella’s chest was so quiet it was audible only to me, but there was no mistaking it. My instincts flared, and I couldn’t help myself–I pulled her a little closer, feeling her warmth pressed against me.

Without letting her go, I murmured, “It seems your wolf might be awakening already.”

At my words, a wide, disbelieving grin spread across her face. “That’s true,” she whispered, her eyes bright with wonder.

Her excitement was contagious, and I couldn’t help returning her smile. Slowly, I loosened my hold, the tension between us melting away as her excitement took over. When she finally stepped out of my arms, the cold air rushed in, and I felt an odd emptiness without her near.

I couldn’t stop smiling as I watched Ella take in this new part of herself. I could only imagine the loneliness and fear she must have endured all this time without her wolf–a part of her soul stolen and locked away.

My hatred for David grew every day, fueled by the sight of Ela’s happiness now. It struck me just how isolated she must have felt because of him–everything he had taken from her. Whatever pieces I could help her reclaim, I would.

work,” Ella said, her voice alive with excitement.

putting in the effort, and you’ll have your wolf back before you know

let’s get to it!” She hopped back onto the treadmill without hesitation,

a moment, admiring her steady form and realizing that Ella was far stronger than she appeared at first glance. I’d learned enough by

stepped back onto my treadmill to join her,

as I took my place beside her, I realized that I had gained a more valuable ally than I could have ever expected when I’d agreed to help her

Ella POV

far more fun than I’d expected. Trevor, the broad–shouldered trainer with a booming voice, cheered me on as I pushed myself to lift the

watched, his expression unreadable. I couldn’t tell if he was impressed or simply lost in

much on him, though I was having a hard time shaking the memory of

I knew better than to let my emotions get the best of me. That night

nothing more. He’d made it clear he wasn’t interested in a relationship, and

the cracks. I trusted him, and that trust made it harder to ignore the way my heart

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