HEARTS OF DIVINE RUIN (The MoonGoddess and The AlphaKing)

Chapter 11: The Unspoken Tension

As they walked through the hotel's corridors, Alexander kept his gaze subtly fixed on Luna. He couldn't help but glance over her now and then, ensuring she was truly okay. She was in his oversized t-shirt, the fabric swamping her frame, while a soft, thin blanket draped over her shoulder—his insistence. The blanket was a small and thin , it was the only he could find in the hotel room rest were heavy and big comforters . Despite its simplicity, it added a sense of warmth and coziness to her appearance.

Luna, noticing his lingering glances, felt a mix of amusement and reassurance. The outfit was ridiculous, but somehow, in that moment, she felt safe.

As they reached the breakfast area, the atmosphere shifted. The staff stiffened, and a murmur rippled through the guests. Luna could sense the whispers—talk of last night's commotion hung heavy in the air.

But then, as her eyes adjusted to the room, she noticed how people were staring at her. It was a blend of admiration and curiosity, as if she were an art piece set against the backdrop of mundane life. Even amidst the chaos, her beauty was undeniable, captivating the room. Alexander walked beside her like an unusual knight, his rugged features contrasting sharply with her ethereal glow, and together they drew more than a few whispered comparisons.

"Look at them," Luna murmured, half to herself. "They think we're some sort of power couple."

"Or a circus act, Ridiculous " Alex replied dryly, a hint of a smile playing at his lips.

The server guided them to a corner table at VIP corner , away from prying eyes but still in the center of attention. As they settled into their seats, the server took their orders. Alex glanced at the menu before confidently stating, "I'll have the steak and eggs, please. And a side of bacon."

The server turned to Luna, but before she could open her mouth, Alex interjected, his voice firm yet playful. "And for my wife , make it bacon with scrambled eggs . And coffee with more milk  , less coffee " .  

The waiter nodded and left but the word hung my wife in the air, causing Luna to dart her eyes toward him, surprise etched on her features. Then a chuckle escaped her lips, realization dawning that he'd caught her little lie.

His grey eyes fixed on her ocean blues as he  brought his hands closer , raising an eyebrow. "So, when did we get married, and why was I such a terrible husband that I left you alone in the cold?"

"Ah, well," Luna began, adopting a serious tone. "You see, I come from a poor family. We fell in love and decided to marry against all odds. But your mother didn't approve, and she used to throw all sorts of rude remarks at me."

Alexander's brow furrowed, intrigued. "Go on..."

"And then," she continued, her expression turning mock serious, "I crashed your favorite car into a tree."

His jaw dropped. "You crashed my car?"

"Yes!" she laughed. "And I also misplaced your mother's jewelry. So, she called me careless and irresponsible, which put you in a tough spot. You were caught between your love for me and your mother's disapproval, so we had this huge fight, and you stormed out of the house and was living in hotel , so i was waiting for you to come back home !"

"Luna," he said, incredulous, "losing jewelry and crashing my favorite car is reckless and irresponsible!"

They both erupted into laughter, the sound light and infectious.Alexander looked at her, captivated by the way her laughter danced through the air, a soft smile tugging at his lips as he murmured "It's beautiful " softly, barely audible for anyone .

"You should smile more often; it suits you better,"Luna shot back, her tone teasing but sincere, her eyes sparkling with mischief. She meant it, and somehow, he felt it too yet he didn't respond. A calm, warm silence settled between them, but it didn't last long. The waiter returned, bringing their food, and Luna's eyes lit up at the sight.