Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0207

Chapter 0207

Ella POV

By the time we arrived at the restaurant, I felt almost sick with anxiety over the conversation I’d have to have with Alexander.

I couldn’t even imagine one of my parents speaking about me with the level of suspicion that Diana showed toward Alexander. The thought alone was enough to leave me heartbroken on his behalf.

I knew I couldn’t bring it up immediately–not with Diana right beside me. But the longer I waited, the harder it would be to tell Alexander the truth. The weight of it pressed heavily on my chest as we stepped inside.

The hostess greeted us warmly and led us to our table, where Alexander was already waiting. He stood the moment he saw us, his face lighting up as he moved toward us.

“How did it go?” he asked, bending to kiss my cheek.

“Surprisingly well,” I replied, offering him a small smile despite the turmoil in my mind.

“So, you found a dress?” he asked, his tone hopeful.

grateful for a safe topic. “My mother took some photos so we can share them with the tailor. He can get to work on your

“It seems like it’s all finally

said warmly as she moved to hug

how easily she could interact with him like this–so casually and affectionately–considering the way she spoke about him to

greet my mother before we all took our

I sat down, a thought struck me: perhaps my frustration with Diana’s behavior was so intense because

had done the same thing–pretending to have my best

of anything so severe. My past experiences had likely made me

into my seat, focusing on the polite

stomach.

about your dress,” Alexander said after a few minutes, his eyes alight with

you’ll have to stay curious,” I replied with a teasing smile. “The dress is

you picked out?” he asked, smirking slightly. “The one I recommended to you?”

rolled my eyes, recalling the memory of Alexander unexpectedly showing up at the bridal shop. He’d offered his unsolicited opinion on the

I’d bought the dress–not because of his suggestion, but because it truly was flattering on me. And,

I replied with a grin. “I think you’ll be quite surprised when