Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0177

Chapter 0177

“That’s a good idea,” I said, switching my phone to record mode.

We walked silently across the uneven ground, the crunch of our footsteps breaking the stillness. The damage stretched as far as I could see–deep furrows scarring the earth, the soil peppered with white grains of salt. There wasn’t a single plant left standing.

As I filmed, my mind raced, trying to think of ways to salvage this disaster. Building anything commercial here wouldn’t make sense–not this close to Lunar Lake.

A school or community center was out of the question, given how isolated the area was. Housing was also a nonstarter; I’d never put new homes so close to the border.

But I wouldn’t let David win. There had to be a way to make something out of this land, something worthwhile.

With Alexander by my side, I felt a flicker of hope. He was resourceful and sharp, with a proven track record of successful projects–not just on his own land but in the capital as well. If I couldn’t come up with a solution, I knew he could.

I clung to those thoughts, willing myself to stay calm and not let my anger overwhelm me. I should have expected this the moment the land transfer was finalized. I should have posted someone to guard it, but I hadn’t thought David would stoop this low.

we were.

no telling the lengths he’d go

yet, this wasn’t a game–not to me. Lives were on the line, even if David didn’t realize it yet. I’d seen the worst–case scenario play out in the original timeline. If I allowed this to escalate further, I knew exactly how bad things could get.

his

and the faint scent of old paper. After returning from the farmland, we’d launched straight into brainstorming possible uses for the land, but an hour

and forth with his consultants, while I pored over maps of the area. A tray of tea and sweets sat between us, largely untouched. Neither of

Alexander. “Frustrating doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface. I’m not sure

in doing either,” he replied, his tone softening as he met my gaze.

dad was home,” I said, breaking the silence. “He might be able to help us think of something.”

to be able to relax until we come up with a solution for this. I can’t stand the idea of David winning this round.”

face and pressed my hand to my forehead as if I could smooth away the worry lines. “Giving yourself a headache over it isn’t going

right,” I admitted, glancing at the tray of untouched sweets. I picked up a plain–looking sugar cookie

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It was surprisingly delicious, and I realized just how hungry

the cookie and then another. After a few moments, Alexander stood