Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 268

Chapter 0268

Ella POV

The test

rest of the week was a whirlwind. News outlets hounded Alexander for comments about the king's rumored retirement, speculating wildly about his next move. Meanwhile, the hunt for Dr. McIntyre weighed heavily on my mind, especially since there seemed to be no progress.

Alexander's late nights persisted-perhaps not every night but close enough-and he refused to tell me much. It seemed that nothing had progressed.

The only thing Alexander told me about was the fact that he'd arranged a dinner with his mother and Michael. It was necessary, but I wasn't looking forward to it.

By the time Saturday night arrived, I was already worn thin from the week's stress. Our opera date loomed, and while I wasn't quite in the mood, Alexander had seemed genuinely excited. I didn't want to disappoint him, so I dutifully slipped into a floor-length red gown, carefully styled my hair, and applied my makeup.

I wanted to look my best, even if my heart wasn't entirely in it.

As I was fastening a necklace and deliberating over which earrings to wear, Alexander entered the bedroom. He was dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, exuding effortless charm as usual.

"You look gorgeous," he said, approaching me with a warm smile.

I managed a weak smile in return. "Thank you."

"You don't seem excited," he observed, his brow furrowing slightly.

I shrugged, unable to muster a convincing denial. Alexander glanced over my shoulder at the open jewelry box on the vanity. "Still deciding on earrings?"

"I am," I admitted, staring down at the glittering options. Perhaps it was just my sour mood making it impossible

to choose.

"Try these," he said.

him, confused, and noticed he was holding a small jewelry box tied with a

gift?" I asked, taking the box from him. "What's the

replied smoothly. "I just thought they'd

opened the box, revealing a stunning pair of ruby rose earrings. They sparkled brilliantly, complementing my dress perfectly.

my tone sincere this

replied, his voice soft

first time all week, I felt the tension in my chest ease just a

waiting for us, if you're ready," Alexander said as he picked my shawl up from the back of my chair. He wrapped it gently around my shoulders, his fingers

"I'm ready," I confirmed.

arm around me, and together we left

downstairs.

Chapter 0268

me the plot was straightforward. "If you have any questions, just ask me. I know this opera well. I can't translate every word, but I'll give you the broad strokes

was genuinely passionate about. It didn't

those polished activities he'd grown accustomed to for business purposes. But his enthusiasm told a

and photographers gathered near the entrance. Their cameras clicked away as

was it another publicity

of course. With so much attention

as a couple. It was good for the election. Still, wished he had

swallowed my frustration and stepped out of the car with a practiced smile, holding my

few steps to pose for photos, ignoring the barrage of shouted questions. Most of them were

you running

greeting a few other Alphas, Lunas, and high-profile individuals on our

part of the campaign that was just beginning-but it wasn't an

our private box, the carefully practiced smile slipped from my face. I sank heavily into the plush seat,

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