Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0193

Chapter 0193

Ella POV

Alexander smirked slightly. “You’ve been trying so hard these past few months to present yourself as a mature, grown–up woman. It’s nice to see that childlike excitement on your face again.”

“I’m not being childish,” I said defensively, crossing my arms.

“I didn’t say you were,” Alexander replied, his voice calm. There’s a difference between childlike and childish. You don’t need to be so defensive with me–I’m not judging you.”

His words eased the tension, though I could still feel the faint heat of embarrassment on my cheeks. I managed a small smile, realizing he wasn’t criticizing me. He was just noticing me, in a way no one else had.

“Wonderful,” Christopher said, clapping his hands together and flashing a grin at Alexander. “In that case, I insist the two of you visit me this weekend. I’ll give you a private tour, and we can start planning the layout for the ceremony and reception.”

Alexander looked at him in surprise, his expression quickly shifting to irritation. “Do you know how busy we are right now?”

replied smoothly, “and I’m sure you don’t expect me to arrange everything on my own. After all,

and sighed softly. “Fine.

Castle, and it must have shown on my face. Alexander’s annoyance was puzzling, but I didn’t dwell on it

hand to me, and I shook it automatically. “I look forward to seeing you again,” he said, his charming smile firmly in place. He turned to Alexander.

be so smug,” Alexander replied,

Christopher said with a slight shrug. “I suppose one of us

soon,” Alexander replied.

wonderful evening, Miss Rowan,” Christopher said, giving me a parting smile before turning

Alexander, still puzzled by the exchange. “What was all that

and I have known each other for a very long time,” he explained. “In that time, he’s

aren’t you?” I asked,

we used to be. It’s nothing you need to worry about. He’s just been teasing me all afternoon, and I guess it’s gotten to me.”

want to pry. It wasn’t my place, and I appreciated how much Alexander had already

the mood. “And you’re right–people will want to come to the wedding