Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0234

Chapter 0234

Everyone seemed to be having an incredibly good time, which was all I could have hoped for. I wanted this to be a night to remember, one that would leave people thinking fondly of Ella, of myself, and of our bond.

Positive memories like these would be invaluable in countering the wave of negative publicity that had surrounded us in recent weeks.

For my part, I knew I’d remember this night for the rest of my life, and I felt confident our guests would feel the

same.

As we chatted and mingled, it was almost time for our first lance, though we were still making introductions and exchanging pleasantries. The sheer number of attendees was overwhelming in the best way–far more than I had expected.

In fact, I couldn’t imagine many people showing up at David’s wedding considering how many were here tonight. But thoughts of David Lake were not worth entertaining at the moment. Dwelling on him would only sour my good mood.

“Alex!” an excited female voice called out. I turned, already knowing who it was. Only one person still called me that.

Fiona.

hug, and she rushed forward, clasping me

she exclaimed, pulling away to smack my shoulder playfully. “You’re married before I

roughly, you’d be married by now,” I teased, rubbing

I said, turning to her and sliding an arm around her waist, “this is my childhood friend, Fiona. I don’t think you’ve had the chance to

don’t believe so,” Ella said with a warm smile. “It’s good to know I’m not the only woman who doesn’t let Alexander get away with

we’re going to get along just fine. Downright criminal you haven’t introduced us before now!” she scolded, turning to glare at

in mock surrender. “Hey, that’s not my fault! You’re the one who’s been out of the capital for weeks at

eyes, “and you made

I replied with a shrug.

she retorted, turning her

you,” Ella replied sweetly.

cut through the conversation as she strolled up behind us, her tone light but teasing. “It’s time for your first dance. This is where you two get so lost in each other’s eyes, you barely notice the rest

her cheeks. I couldn’t help myself

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