#Chapter 178: Swapped

Ella’s POV The moment Anya and I stepped onto the stage, the whispers began. Everyone was staring at us, wondering why we had switched dresses—especially because they all thought I was supposed to be named Alexander’s Luna tonight. If that were the case, why would I choose to wear a stained dress? Anya leaned close to me, nervously hugging her arms around her midsection. “Are you sure this was a good idea?” she whispered. “Everyone is staring.” “That’s the point.” I offered her a smile even though my stomach was twisting inside and gently pried her hands away from her waist. “Don’t cover yourself. You look stunning.” Anya’s cheeks flushed. “Are you sure? I made the dress for you, not for me. I don’t know if it suits my features…” “I’m positive.” And I really was. Truly, she looked beautiful; the dress suited her a lot more than it suited me, which was exactly what she needed. Tonight, Anya was going to be chosen as Alexander’s Luna. Her image had to be p