Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0163

Chapter 0163

Despite her pleasant words and light tone, I couldn’t shake the tension in the room. I glanced at Alexander and noticed that his smile didn’t quite reach his eyes.

Perhaps this was just polite civility masking deeper feelings, something they had already discussed privately. That seemed the most likely explanation.

I reminded myself to be grateful. Diana was greeting me kindly, and a difficult relationship with his family would only complicate things for us. For now, I should focus on making a good impression and not overthink the subtle unease lingering beneath the surface.

“Come on into the dining room,” Diana said, gesturing gracefully. “Everything is set for us.”

Alexander placed his hand on the small of my back as we followed her, a simple gesture that sent a slight shiver through me. The dining room was large and elegant, centered around a long wooden table adorned with crystal glasses and fine china.

Alexander pulled out a chair for me, and I settled into it gratefully. He took the seat beside me while Diana positioned herself across from us.

“It’s a long trip from the Rowanwood pack all the way up here,” Diana began, her tone light but scrutinizing. “I hope it wasn’t too much for you.”

“Oh, not at all,” I replied with a polite smile. “I spent last night in the capital to make the journey less taxing.”

the two of you are

rise to my cheeks. No, I stayed in a small property owned by…, ather.”

embarrassed,” Diana said with a light laugh. “I’m not some prude. I assume

Alexander interrupted in a low, firm

comment was prying, it felt strange to hear him address his mother so directly.

as a staff member entered to pour wine into

tell you, I was quite shocked when I heard that you and Alexander were together,” she said, her words measured. “I knew he’d make a good match someday. The Rowanwood pack, the only child of Roman Rowan himself–it’s quite the catch.

keeping my tone steady and choosing

pack of your size,” Diana continued, smiling tightly. “Very impressive. Your father must be

very dedicated

took another, larger sip of her wine, setting the glass down with a forced smile. “Alexander couldn’t have done better,”

I couldn’t quite

own smile firmly in place, doing my best to

was Diana’s behavior intentionally confrontational?

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