Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0209

Ella POV

Our goodbyes with Diana were polite, but the relief on my mother’s face was palpable the moment the car pulled away from the curb. Her smile faded, replaced by a serious expression that made my stomach twist uneasily.

Just yesterday, she had seemed so fond of Alexander, and now it felt as though all our progress had been undone.

I couldn’t let it end like this–I needed her support.

“Well, that was… interesting,” I said, hoping to spark a conversation and gauge her thoughts.

“It certainly was,” she agreed, her tone neutral but measured. “I have to say, Diana is not quite what I imagined.”

“In what way?” I asked, genuinely curious.

I assumed she’d follow the social rules more carefully. I

concerned about her opinions or comments being taken

the feeling she’s trying a little too hard to be friendly.

guard by the insight. It was a perspective I hadn’t considered, but it made sense. Beneath Diana’s confident exterior, there might be a longing for connection–a need

company.

about it that

smile. “People aren’t always what they seem, Ella. Sometimes, we just need to

wondering whether Diana’s behavior was more nuanced than I’d initially assumed. Could it be that her sharp comments came from insecurity rather than

if what she’s saying is potentially damaging. She needs to be more careful, especially when it comes to

exactly what I was concerned about,” I admitted. “Alexander has worked so hard to calm your concerns about

she

I said

their less–than–gracious treatment of him.” She sighed, the sound heavy with disappointment. “I had hoped the

I asked, confused.

eyebrows lifted slightly. “How can you possibly be engaged to Alexander and