Chapter 0033 Chapter 0033 Alexanders POV News of Ellas kidnapping had remained mostly contained .
Her father was working hard to ensure it , and I was doing my part to keep the rumors from spreading in my own pack Rogue activity in the south was an issue that none of the Alphas wanted to admit they had lost control over .
The fact that a Luna and an Alphas daughter had both been taken so easily would cause panic throughout the entire kingdom if word got out .
Still , it was a problem we Alphas had to address , and I knew without a doubt it would come up at the next council meeting Focusing on the practical aspects of controlling the rumor mill gave me some relief from the anger the incident had brought out in me .
It wasnt just the brazenness of the rogues putting their hands on Ella and her mother- there was a more personal reason behind my anger .
But I couldnt allow myself to focus too much on that .
All that existed between Ella and me was a deal .
I couldnt let it become more than that .
I had to stay in control of my feelings .
Even so , the thought of those rogues putting their filthy hands on her filled me with rage that was difficult to contain .
When I found out who was responsible , they were going to regret their actions .
I would make sure of that .
Ella POV Planning a wedding the second time around was easier , though still stressful .
There were so many little details to think about from the color of the napkins to what cocktails would be served , even down to the flowers on the bathroom counters .
This time , I simply had to recall what wed done in the original timeline and repeat it .
Although it wasnt something I liked to dwell on , I had been so happy on our original wedding day , and it had all been a lie .
Thinking about it left me feeling foolish and heartbroken , but I couldnt avoid it , as my second marriage to David as fast approaching The wedding was to be held in a large , old house owned by a relative of Davids , which meant working with members of his pack to plan it .
It was awkward , but it seemed like David , Amanda , and everyone else in the pack were pretending as though nothing strange had happened .
I wasnt even sure how many people knew about the kidnapping David barely mentioned it , only offering an awkward apology for the fact that Id been scared .
David was desperate for power I was certain of that .
The more time I spent in his pack lands , the clearer it became why .
Despite the appearance Davids family tried to keep up , they were clearly struggling financially .
His mothers once beautiful clothes were outdated , and his fathers expensive cars sat untouched in the garage because they couldnt afford the fuel .
It was obvious how badly they needed my familys money .
To them , the wedding was an investment .
We were in a floral shop on Davids pack land , looking at flowers to decorate the wedding venue .
David and Amanda were there , and aside from the guard my father had insisted accompany me due to the recent kidnapping , I was alone with them .
I wasnt enjoying it , but I knew I had to appear invested in making these choices .
+25 BONUS These flowers would be good for the table décor , David said , holding up a small bouquet of white and pink carnations .
I made an exaggerated face of disgust and wrinkled my nose .
I hate them , I said emphatically .
Amandas face twisted in annoyance at my snobbish attitude , while Davids expression fell .
I knew he had chosen the carnations because they were cheap .
I want roses , I declared .
Red roses .
A dozen on each table .
Isnt that a bit much ? Amanda asked , clearly irritated .
Im only planning on getting married once , I replied coolly .
I want it to be special .
Red roses are the most romantic .
Besides , after all of the scandals , we need to make sure that we make a grand show for the other packs .
Our wedding has to overshadow all of the rumors .
David and Amanda exchanged a look before he set the carnations back down .
Lets keep looking , he said .
The roses will be our backup plan .
I bet we can find something more unique .
You love unique things , Amanda muttered .
He walked away toward another row of cheap flowers , still determined to find something I would agree to , while I made my way toward the roses .
Amanda followed at my heels , huffing in irritation .
Youre being so difficult , she grumbled .
Do you really think so ? I asked .
Yes , she said .

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Whats your problem ? I looked at her in disbelief .
Are you really asking me that after everything that you and David have put me through recently ? She looked at me with shock on her face .
I wasnt sure why , but it did make me more suspicious that the kidnapping had been her plan .
She had been so calm during the entire thing ; it wasnt until after our release was ordered by the mysterious man that she became upset and began to cry .
Plus , she had volunteered for me to be the one injured in order to get back at David for not showing up in time with the money .
She might have done that out of fear , but I knew better .
What do you mean by that ? she asked .
Your love confession at the restaurant ! I answered .
What else would I mean ? Do you have any idea how embarrassing it was to have you hanging all over my fiance and declaring your love for him in front of all of those people ? Amanda looked down at her feet and twisted her hands together nervously .
I didnt mean that , she said .
just the hormones of my heat making me say it .
I thought that you understood that.
How could I understand when we havent talked about it ? I asked .
Youve acted like nothing happened and just expected me to move on.
Even though Ive tried , youve continued to do things that make you seem suspicious .
You attended the banquet with David without telling me , and the two of you are still together all the time .
Were friends , she answered , lifting her eyes to mine .
I promise you on my life , Ella , were only friends .
I stared at her for a long time , waiting for her to show any sign that it was a lie .
She looked completely serious .
+25 BONUS Chapter 0033 These flowers would be good for the table décor , David said , holding up a small bouquet of white and pink camations .
1 made an exaggerated face of disgust and wrinkled my nose .
I hate them , I said emphatically .
Amandas face twisted in annoyance at my snobbish attitude , while Davids expression fell .
I knew he had chosen the carnations because they were cheap .
I want roses , I declared .
Red roses .
A dozen on each table .
Isnt that a bit much ? Amanda asked , clearly irritated .
Im only planning on getting married once , 1 replied coolly .
I want it to be special .
Red roses are the most romantic .
Besides , after all of the scandals , we need to make sure that we make a grand show for the other packs .
Our wedding has to overshadow all of the rumors .
David and Amanda exchanged a look before he set the carnations back down .
Lets keep looking , he said .
The roses will be our backup plan .
I bet we can find something more unique .
You love unique things , Amanda muttered .
He walked away toward another row of cheap flowers , still determined to find something I would agree to , while I made my way toward the roses .
Amanda followed at my heels , huffing in irritation .
Youre being so difficult , she grumbled .
Do you really think so ? I asked .
Yes , she said .
Whats your problem ? 1 looked at her in disbelief .
Are you really asking me that after everything that you and David have put me through recently ? She looked at me with shock on her face .
I wasnt sure why , but it did make me more suspicious that the kidnapping had been her plan .
She had been so calm during the entire thing , it wasnt until after our release was ordered by the mysterious man that she became upset and began to cry .
Plus , she had volunteered for me to be the one injured in order to get back at David for not showing up in time with the money .
She might have done that out of fear , but I knew better .
What do you mean by that ? she asked .
Your love confession at the restaurant ! I answered .
What else would I mean ? Do you have any idea how embarrassing it was to have you hanging all over my fiance and declaring your love for him in front of all of those people ? Amanda looked down at her feet and twisted her hands together nervously .
I didnt mean that , she said .
It was just the hormones of my heat making me say it .
I thought that you understood that .
How could I understand when we havent talked about it ? I asked .
Youve acted like nothing happened and just expected me to move on .
Even though Ive tried , youve continued to do things that make you seem suspicious .
You attended the banquet with David without telling me , and the two of you are still together all the time .
Were friends , she answered , lifting her eyes to mine .
I promise you on my life , Ella , were only friends .
I stared at her for a long time , waiting for her to show any sign that it was a lie .
She looked completely serious .
2/3 Chapter 0033 +25 BONUS I sighed .
Ill try to believe that , I said .
Then I turned and walked after David .
It seemed that Amanda might be a better actress than I gave her credit for .
At this moment , I saw no sign that she was lying to me , even though I knew what the truth was .
After spending the day working on wedding plans , I returned home .
Sitting in the backseat of the car , I messed around on my phone as we made the drive home .
I had a few more things to take care of before the wedding day arrived , and it was approaching fast .
Everything needed to stay on a schedule .
tip As I glanced at the calendar on my phone , I noticed I had the day after the wedding marked off .
Curious , I clicked on the date , trying to remember why I had noted it .
My eyes went wide , and I couldnt help but smile as the reminder popped up .
Reminder : Amandas birthday .
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