Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 0257

Chapter 0257

“A quiet day in is just what I need,” I said, finally taking a bite of the food. It was delicious, as expected. Alexander was a surprisingly good cook.

I needed to mentally prepare for the council meeting. David would likely be there, along with his father. After my conversation with Alpha Derrick last night, I wasn’t sure how I felt about that.

And, on top of it all, this would be our first major social outing as a couple since the wedding. We needed to make a good impression, and I wanted to be fully rested and completely focused.

“I agree,” Alexander said, breaking into my thoughts. “Though August may come by to help with preparations for a short while.”

“Naturally,” I replied.

As expected, August came to the apartment shortly after lunch. I excused myself to the living room, scrolling aimlessly on my phone and reading a book to give them some privacy.

documents with them–after all, I was the

the intimate details of the pack’s finances and future plans. August didn’t say anything, but I could tell he agreed and was quietly grateful for my decision

and I shared a quiet dinner, something he’d ordered from a local restaurant I hadn’t tried before. The food was incredible, but the conversation between

embarrassed by my reaction earlier

He didn’t attempt to tease me or make any jokes about it, which was unusual for him. Maybe he understood how fragile I felt and

was grateful for his restraint, but at the same time, I worried I’d offended him by even suggesting there might be something more to his friendship with

Ever since the wedding night, Alexander and I had been sharing the same bed. It was large enough for us to sleep side by side without touching, and while

unsustainable long–term. Bringing in a secondary bed would raise suspicions we couldn’t afford. So, sharing the bed had become part of our routine. Tonight, I climbed in first, settling on my side and facing Alexander’s half

up, glancing toward the bathroom door. It was dark and empty. Confused, I slipped

sitting on the couch,

My heart sank.

offended him that much? It was