Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 355

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Chapter 355

Ella POV

When Alexander and I entered the lobby on our way to the parking garage, August was already waiting for us, his expression tight with concern.

“Diana just stormed out,” he informed us.

“Follow her,” Alexander instructed without hesitation. “Keep your distance, make sure she doesn’t see you–I want to know what she’s really getting up to in the capital.

“Yes, sir.” August nodded sharply before turning on his heel and disappearing through the doors.

Alexander and I hurried to one of his favorite cars and slid inside.

The King’s house was a short drive away, and if we were quick, we’d arrive just as the press conference wrapped up. We needed answers. Why Amanda? What had changed?

As he drove, I reached for Alexander’s hand, intertwining my fingers with his. I could feel the tension in him, the anger still simmering from our encounter with Diana. Slowly, bit by bit, his grip relaxed. He needed to be clear- headed for this conversation.

When we arrived, the news crews were already dispersing, their vans pulling away from the King’s estate. The guards hesitated, but after a beat, they stepped aside and allowed us through.

Inside, the King’s face lit up with a broad smile.

the news,” he said. “I’ve been wanting to

only ever been a phone call away,” Alexander said, his concern

The King waved us forward, leading us down a long hallway and into a private

we stepped inside, I froze.

but

Amanda.

going on?” I asked, glancing

A

been like this since she was taken into custody. I’m surprised she hasn’t lost her voice

arrest?” Alexander asked, his tone sharp. “Just days ago, you released Archer

“He told us Amanda was fully aware of his actions and even helped arrange at least one kidnapping attempt against Ella and her mother. Dr. McIntyre backed up

Archer,” I

well. So far,

arins, “That doesn’t make sense.”

best guess?” the King said. “They’re afraid of him. Amanda keeps

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a mistake messing with her, but when pressed, she’s short

I asked. “Has she said anything else?”

King’s expression hardened. “No. She’s refusing to share more. Says the people at the

deep in thought. I could see the wheels turning in his mind–debating whether or not he should share what we knew with the King.

made my decision.

be possible for me to talk to Amanda?” I