The Lunar Curse: A Second Chance With Alpha Draven novel Chapter 538

Chapter 538: Aiming Higher

[Meredith].

My gaze drifted to the open back door that led into the small garden. A gentle breeze carried in the scent of earth and flowers.

Briefly, I wondered if my maidservants had already gone to gather the fruits I would need today.

Today’s task was simple but essential—the first step in preparing the digestive tea. Washing. Cutting. Drying.

The fruits needed days, not hours, to dry properly in the sun before they could be infused and blended.

Almost on cue, footsteps approached from the garden side.

Kira entered first, followed closely by Deidra, Arya, and Cora. Each of them carried large basins brimming with ripe pineapples, kiwis, and raspberries. The fruits were vibrant, fresh, their natural sweetness already filling the room.

They set the bowls down carefully, their movements efficient and practiced. And not one of them looked tired.

I smiled faintly and instructed, "Wash all of them thoroughly, every single piece. We can’t afford contamination."

"Yes, Luna," they responded in unison, already moving to work.

Just then, the double doors opened, and Azul stepped inside and shut them behind her. She carried a woven basket filled with fresh peppermint leaves—still damp with morning dew.

Perfect!

I nodded in satisfaction. "Lay the leaves out on the drying racks," I said. "Make sure they are not overlapping."

She obeyed. And immediately, the room filled with quiet movement—the sound of water, knives against cutting boards, and soft murmured confirmations.

This was good.

After the first step was done, I stood back and watched my maidservants carefully place the sliced fruits onto several drying racks.

The pieces were spread evenly just the way I wanted. Then, one by one, they carried the racks outside into the sunlight, arranging them where the sun hit best.

When they returned, I folded my arms and gave them further instructions.

"Keep an eye on them," I said. "Flip the fruits every two days so they dry evenly. Bring the racks in by five in the evening, and take them back out every morning by nine."

They nodded attentively, committing everything to memory. And just then, right on cue, my stomach betrayed me.

It grumbled so loudly that every single head snapped in my direction. And for a split second, heat rushed to my face. How embarrassing.

I cleared my throat and straightened. "Alright," I said briskly, pretending nothing had happened. "Tidy the room and go have lunch. We will continue after."

Their expressions softened immediately. "Thank you, Luna," they said, one after the other.

I turned to the sink, washed my hands thoroughly, and stepped out of the workstation.

As I walked down the corridor toward the dining hall, I caught a faint, sweet scent clinging to me. I lifted my wrist and sniffed.

I smelled of fruits, mostly pineapple. I grimaced slightly as I wondered if it would be rude to show up smelling like this.

After a moment’s hesitation, I sighed. Whatever. It wasn’t as if I had rolled in dirt. But when I entered the dining hall, I slowed to a stop, surprised to see only Draven seated at the long table.

I relaxed instantly and took my seat next to him. "Where is everyone?" I asked.

He glanced up. "Busy with meetings, training. Paperwork."

Good. At least others weren’t here to notice my fruity scent.

Then, I reached for my cutlery, and it hit me that Draven didn’t call me for lunch. He didn’t send a servant or remind me.

My eyes narrowed instantly. Keeping my expression innocent, I leaned slightly closer. When the servants weren’t looking, I reached down and pinched his thigh hard.

Or... I tried to. But nothing happened. Draven didn’t even flinch. Instead, sharp pain shot straight through my fingers.

Great! I had just attacked a wall!

"Oh, I am," I said sweetly. "I just wanted to punish you." 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

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