Chapter 0183 Alexander POV +25 BONUS My phone started to ring almost as soon as I ended the call with Ella .
I glared at the screen as I saw it was the venue .
They had a lot of nerve to violate a contract with me , but I had to keep my anger in check .
I kept my voice calm and firm as I answered .
Have you called to explain yourself ? There was a pause before a woman responded .
Alpha Black ? Youve canceled my booking and given the time slot to someone else , I said .
Explain yourself .
How do you know about that ? she asked in disbelief .
It only happened late last night .
Discretion isnt David Lakes strong point , I said pointedly .
Perhaps you should think more about the character of the people you do business with .
There was a long pause and I could hear papers shuffling on the other line .
I cant apologize enough , Alpha Black , the woman said , a hint of fear in her tone .
It was a mistake .
It wasnt , I said , cutting her off .
Dont lie to me .
It… she trailed off , then sighed .
The employee that was on staff last night made a bad decision .
I cant apologize enough .
She was offered substantially more than we charge to guarantee that date to Mr.
Lake .
Im afraid that I cant undo the damage .
I can offer you any other date youd like at a steep discount- I laughed , silencing her .
Part of me wanted to lash out at her .
I knew that I could reduce her to tears with my words in seconds .
That wouldnt do any good though .
I appreciate that you had enough respect to call me , I said .
I will arrange for another venue on that date .
Good luck with the Lakes .
I hung up and sat my phone on the desk .
You handled that well , August said .
I glanced up at him and shrugged .
What else could I do ? I asked .
August was sitting on the other end of the room , working on a finance report on his laptop .
He smirked a little as he looked at me .
Do you think that David Lake has any idea the trouble hes getting himself into with you ? Frankly , Im more concerned about Amanda Gray at this point , I said .
The text message she sent Ella concerns me .
The message didnt feel like a direct threat it was taunting , plain and simple .
But why send it at all ? The fact that they were aware of the wedding plans and schedule shouldnt be ignored , August pointed out .
Im already keeping tabs on them , of course .
If something concerning was happening , I should have known by now .

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Even so , this was a reminder to stay vigilant , I said .
The immediate priority is finding a new venue .
Where should we start ? August asked .
I considered the question .
This wasnt just about picking a replacement ; it had to be the right one .
David had raised the stakes , turning this into a public spectacle .
Our venue needed to be more than suitable it needed to be opulent and commanding , something that would make an impression on him and the entire Kingdom .
1/2 +25 BONUS Chapter 0183 That narrowed our options considerably .
But there was one place that came to mind .
It would take a favor one I didnt offer lightly but it was worth it .
If it meant making Ella happy and ensuring this wedding set a standard no one could match , I was willing to do it .
Ella POV James wasnt the only one waiting for me at the shopping center when I arrived in the capital .
I was surprised to find Elizabeth standing beside him , her arms crossed and a knowing smile on her face .
Alexander , it turned out , had called her and mentioned that I might need some cheering up .
That he would think to reach out to my best friend in a moment like this warmed me to my core .
Alexander was far more thoughtful than people gave him credit for , and his consideration had already brightened my mood .
Its all the more reason I need to find him a gift , I said as Elizabeth and I began making our way toward the far end of the shopping center , planning to work our way back to the entrance as we browsed .
He is surprisingly sweet to you , isnt he ? Elizabeth teased , smirking as she gave me a sidelong glance .
Everyone keeps saying things like that , I replied thoughtfully .
Is it really so surprising that Alexander is kind ? I dont think so , she admitted .
But I do think that a powerful , attractive , and wealthy alpha whos also genuinely kind might seem a little … unbelievable to most people .
I laughed at that , knowing exactly what she meant .
People in Alexanders position often came across as arrogant at best , but he hadnt shown even a hint of that .
Come on , Elizabeth prodded , elbowing me playfully .
He must have a flaw .
Im sure he does , I said with a casual shrug .
I just couldnt tell you what it is .
Youre definitely in the honeymoon phase , she teased .
And youre not even married yet ! Im not blinded by affection , I countered with mock indignation , though the flush on my cheeks betrayed me .
Elizabeth just grinned knowingly .
If you say so .
I do , I said firmly .
Alexanders just a good guy .
I believe you , Elizabeth replied with a smile .
Then her expression shifted slightly , curiosity lighting her eyes .
Now , not to change the subject , but Alexander told me you were down in the dumps and needed cheering up .
He didnt tell me why , though .
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