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 to in

the worst–case scenario play out in the original timeline. If I

frustrating,” Alexander muttered, setting his teacup down

by bookshelves and the faint scent of old paper. After returning from the farmland, we’d launched straight into brainstorming possible uses for the

while I pored over maps of the area. A tray of tea and sweets sat between us,

doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface. I’m not sure if I want to scream or

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

help us think of something.” Alexander leaned back, his expression thoughtful. “We’re not actually in a rush,” he pointed out.

able to relax until we come up

to my forehead as if I could smooth away the worry lines. “Giving yourself a headache over it isn’t going to help,” Alexander said gently. “You should try to eat something. You

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 I was.

another. After a few moments, Alexander stood and walked to the window, opening the shades and letting sunlight pour into