Another Chance for the Luna Queen by Aurora Starling

Chapter 366

Ella POV

The atmosphere in the king’s home was tense. Servants and guards moved briskly through the halls, their expressions unreadable but their urgency undeniable.

The entire building was bracing itself for what was about to unfold–the king’s official statement on the arrests, the fallout of the investigation, the shift in the kingdom’s balance of power.

But first, there was a meeting to be had.

Alexander and I were led into the king’s private study, where he stood at the window, his hands clasped behind his back. His posture was rigid, his gaze distant as he stared out at the city below.

He turned when we entered, his face unreadable.. “I don’t have much time,” he said, his voice tired. “I need to finalize my speech before the press conference.”

“This won’t take long,” Alexander assured him.

The king nodded and moved to sit behind his desk, gesturing for us to do the same. “I assume you’re here because of the things Amanda’s been saying?” he asked, steepling his fingers together.

“No,” I said plainly. “We’re here because of Diana.”

speak right away Alexander and I exchanged a glance before I

a lot lately,” I said carefully. More than seems normal for a

rubbing his temple. “Yes, she has. Alexander, I assumed

jaw tensed. “Why would I

things–said the details of the crimes were too upsetting for you and Ella.”

was a

sharp, cutting through the room like a blade. The king’s frown deepened as he studied us, realization

leaned forward. “We don’t know why she’s doing this yet, but we’re concerned that she may

accusation against your mother?” the king asked, his eyebrows arched

like that. I just worry that she’s overstepping. She can be…. overbearing.”

address any further concerns about the investigation to you. I have to tell you, I’m not pleased to

them,” I explained. “I promise, we would have put an end to it sooner

you’re not telling me everything,” he noted,

We hadn’t told him about Diana’s involvement with Amanda yet–about the tangled

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Chapter 366