Chapter 0203

Chapter 0203

Ella POV

The memory of Alexander’s lips against mine lingered even the next morning as I stepped into the bridal boutique. I tried to push the thought aside, focusing on the task at hand as my mother and I entered the boutique where Diana was already waiting for us.

This was a place I’d only ever seen in fashion magazines, a shop I never thought I’d step foot in. It had been entirely out of my budget the first time around, and to be honest, it still was. But I shouldn’t have been surprised –it was exactly the kind of place Alexander would choose to send us to.

First, the castle as our venue, and now this. It was clear Alexander wasn’t just planning a wedding; he was sending a message–not only to David but to anyone who might have dared to question his position.

I was grateful for his efforts. No matter how much time or energy I put into this wedding, I could never have managed something on this level alone. He’d stepped up in a way I hadn’t anticipated, and it made me feel…well, complicated.

didn’t miss. It was obvious Alexander had arranged for

her to do it again. Then again, our venue selection had been private as well. There was no telling

beckoned us further inside. The shop was pristine, like something from a dream. I ran my fingers lightly over a beaded bodice as we made our way toward her, stealing a glance at my mother’s

the dress?” Diana

thoughts of Alexander aside.

meet you, Mrs. Rowan,” Diana said, shaking my mother’s hand with a warm smile. “You have a brilliant and beautiful daughter. I’m sure

about Alexander,” my mother replied returning Diana’s handshake firmly. “He’s proven to be a surprisingly sweet young man.”

laugh. “But that’s probably because he’s my

a well–earned compliment,” my mother said. “He’s been very good

it,” Diana replied, her smile widening “And I’m even more pleased to be included in this shopping trip. I have no daughters, so I can only hope that the women my boys end up with

glad you were able to join us,” I said

tailored suit approached with a broad smile. He extended his hands in a welcoming gesture and said, “You must be our bride! It’s such a pleasure to meet you, and I’m thrilled to help you find your

you,” I said, matching his enthusiasm with a bright

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