Chapter 0339

"Can I ask why not?" I asked, causing Alexander to glance at me in surprise.

"It's just that we don't know who else may run," the Luna of Pine Forest replied. "At this point, Alexander is unopposed, and while he is, of course, a fantastic option, I'm not willing to make a decision until I know all of my choices."

"That's fair enough," Alexander said smoothly. "And I appreciate you considering me."

Her answer was logical, of course, but something about it unsettled me. Alexander was running unopposed because everyone else who had posed a threat had been arrested.

I couldn't think of a single Alpha with the experience and popularity to stand against him—at least, not one that hadn't already been eliminated from the playing field.

Then again, so much had changed from the original timeline. It was hard to predict anything anymore.

"Don't frown," Alexander murmured, leaning down to kiss my cheek. "Though I appreciate that you seem offended on my behalf."

"Of course," I said lightly. "I support my husband, after all."

He smiled, brushing a quick kiss over my lips. "Are you having fun?" he asked.

I smirked. "You and I both know this isn't about fun for us. But still, I'm glad I didn't stay upstairs."

said. "I always feel a little more confident with you by

the door opened to admit another guest. We both began to move toward it but

the attendant before turning to

for a moment,

Alexander's hand, unsure

here?" I asked, my voice barely

felt him roll his shoulders, forcing

stepped forward to greet our unintended guest. Archer Gray

said, his voice louder

said smoothly. "It's an

whenever they're ready."

appreciate that it's not too formal," Archer said. "So many of the Alphas in our generation try to mimic their parents' strict social rules, but

certainly have," Alexander replied, his

with a smile. "It's good

twisted. Once, I would have

sneaking us drinks at parties and patching me up

When had he

Chapter 0330

the kind, older boy I trusted

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