Chapter 0166

Ella POV

Michael had just returned from a trip with friends to a neighboring pack’s land for some casual camping. From the way he spoke about it, the outing had been uneventful, making Diana’s exuberant welcome feel even more out of place.

Of course, I wouldn’t comment on it; the tension in the air was palpable enough, at least to me. Michael, however, seemed completely oblivious.

He kept trying to steer the conversation away from his mother’s hovering remarks, shifting his focus to Alexander instead.

Finally, one of the staff members entered the room to inform Diana that she had a phone call. She hesitated, clearly reluctant to leave, but eventually excused herself, leaving the three of us alone.

As soon as the door closed behind her, Michael turned to Alexander with a wide grin, his entire demeanor brightening. It was obvious that Michael admired his older brother deeply. The way he looked at Alexander, with a mix of respect and eagerness, tugged at something in my chest.

I didn’t have siblings myself, so I couldn’t fully understand their dynamic, but it was endearing to witness the bond between them, even if it seemed complicated.

“How long are you in town for?” Michael asked, leaning forward slightly.

“Just for the night,” Alexander replied, his tone casual. “Though I’ll be back again soon.”

“For wedding stuff?” Michael guessed.

a

with?” Michael offered, his enthusiasm unmistakable.

expected Alexander to brush off the suggestion outright,

not sure off the top of my head,” he

said, his earnestness shining through. “It’s not every day my

hope not,” I

softening as it met mine. “No,” he agreed, “I intend for it to only be the one time.

coupled with the weight of his words, sent a gentle flutter through my chest. Michael’s grin widened,

room felt lighter, the tension left behind by Diana’s presence fading into the background. It was just the three of us, sharing a simple, heartfelt exchange. It

help with,” Alexander said, his

slightly. “Oh,” he said, his earlier excitement

I asked, confused by

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lacked conviction. “It’s just… you’ve seen how my mother gets when I

his expression sharpening. “But you’re an adult, Michael, and you can make your own decisions.

never been to the capital?” I asked, my

slowly, and

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