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.

a safe topic. “My mother took some photos so we can share them with the tailor.

with a satisfied smile. “It seems like it’s

to celebrate,” Diana said warmly as she

me how easily she could interact with him like this–so casually and

back, then turned to greet my mother before we all took our

frustration with Diana’s behavior was so intense because I knew exactly how it felt to be betrayed by those

David had done the same thing–pretending to have my best interests at heart while scheming behind

didn’t want to believe Diana was capable of anything so severe. My past experiences had likely made me oversensitive to

anger aside as I settled into my seat, focusing on the polite conversation that had resumed around the table.

stomach.

dress,” Alexander said after a few minutes, his eyes alight with interest.

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

anything like the last dress you picked out?” he asked, smirking

rolled my eyes, recalling the memory of Alexander unexpectedly showing up at the bridal shop. He’d offered his unsolicited opinion on the form–fitting dress I was trying on, claiming

of his suggestion, but because it truly was flattering

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