The Luna’s Choice by Kat Silver

Chapter 250: Theo It wasn’t long before there was another knock on the door and Briggs escorted Alpha Anthony and Luna Aniya inside. We greeted them and took our seats.

“I hope you don’t mind meeting us here,” | said. “I know it may feel more casual than you were expecting, but we want to assure you we are taking these talks seriously. We are very aware of how... complicated the situation between the packs is right now.” “We respect the authority and the courage - you both showed today, Alpha Theo,” Alpha Anthony stated.

His words sounded hopeful, but | couldn't get past the diplomatic tone to his voice.

“Thank you,” | replied. “I know that as a member of your pack, Malcolm's death...” “Don’t apologize,” Alpha Anthony interrupted. “You did what you must. | can’t pretend that | wouldn't react as severely if | had lost what you two had.” He glanced at his mate, squeezing her hand. It was the first t| noticed how tightly she had been holding onto his. As if she was needing extra support from him. She seemed nervous, although she was trying to hide it. My stomach dropped and | worried things weren't heading in a good direction.

“Before we talk about a pack alliance,” | pushed forward, “I should introduce you to Sister 0.00% [e] 11:37 [x] Chapter 250 Theo 288 Nouchers Mona of the Moon Haven Order.” Luna Aniya looked as confused as we were at hearing the nbut Alpha Anthony's demeanor said something very different. He looked at Sister Mona with great deference.

“Sister,” he said kindly, eagerly extending his hand to take hers, “it is an honor to meet you.” “Anthony?” Luna Aniya pressed.

“You know about the Moon Haven Order?” Ayla questioned.

“Yes,” he replied. “My grandmother toldabout them when | was a pup. Her older sister was selected to join the sect. They are a secret order ordained to protect our most sacred writings.” Sister Mona's face lit up. “What is your aunts name?” “Julianna,” Anthony replied.

Mona smiled fondly. “Yes, she is much loved in the order.” “Is?” “Oh, yes,” Sister Mona replied. “She’s still alive and doing quite well for being nearly ninety years old.” “My grandmother would be delighted to know that,” Alpha Anthony stated. “Thank you for telling me.’ “It is my pleasure, young Alpha,” Mona insisted. “I hope that helpsmaintain your good favor as we continue our talks.” “You will be staying with us?” Luna Aniya asked.

Chapter 250: Theo 288 Vouchers “Sister Mona has been brought here regarding an artifact that was recently found here in the Greytooth pack lands,” Ayla explained. “She has informed us of sof what this artifact means. However, there is more we need to learn. | felt that it was important that another pack Alpha and Luna were present, as the situation has implications that will affect us all.” Alpha Anthony and Luna Aniya looked at each other in concern.

“Does this have to do with your ability to command like you do?” Aniya asked nervously.

“I'm not sure,” Ayla replied hesitantly, glancing betweenand Sister Mona. “It’s possible, | suppose, but | don’t know to what capacity.” “It won't get rid of it, will it?” Aniya pushed, almost sounding desperate. Alpha Anthony tried to calm her.

“No,” Sister Mona offered. “Luna Ayla’s abilities, and Alpha Theo's for that matter, will not be lost.” “Why do you ask?” | inquired.

Luna Aniya looked to her mate. Alpha Anthony nodded.

“We wish to continue our alliance with the Greytooth pack,” Luna Aniya stated. “However, we have a request...” “Please,” Ayla invited, “feel free to voice any request or concern.

i Aniya played with her fingers. She truly was nervous, nearly terrified, about what they were about to ask. | hoped it was something we could give. | feared the meeting would end badly if we couldn't.

Taking a deep breath, Luna Aniya spoke, “I want you to commandto shift.” 42.72% [I [e] 41.57 T Chapter 250: Theo 288 Vouchers “I'm sorry?” Ayla and | were again left looking at each other in uncertainty.

Luna Aniya seemed to be holding back tears and her expression seemed to be filled with shame.

“I... | have never shifted,” she admitted painfully. “I have spent years trying to figure out why | can’t connect to my wolf, but I... I just can’t. It has been a source of great disgrace in my family.”.

Ayla reached out and grabbed Aniya’s hands, offering kindness and comfort.

“I am so sorry, Luna Aniya,” she said softly. “As someone who has lost her wolf before, | know how hard that can be to live with.” Luna Aniya’s eyes looked up at Ayla. “You lost your wolf?” Ayla nodded, glancing back atwith a gentle smile. “I made a mistake once,” she said. “It hurt Dasha to the point she left me.

| can imagine how difficult it would be to feel that all the time. To have never met that other part of you.” “Do you think you have a...?” | started to ask.

“She does,” Alpha Anthony insisted. “My wolf senses a presence. She is there somewhere.” He brushed a hand over his mate's hair. “Aniya just needs help reaching her.” Ayla took a deep breath, and looked around the table.

“I would be more than happy to help you, Luna Aniya,” she stated honestly.

“But...?” “But | don’t want to make any promises,” she said gently. “If I'm being honest, | didn’t think about whether my command to Malcolm would work or not. | don’t want you to get your hopes up if | simply don’t have the power to help.” Aniya grabbed Ayla’s hands firmly. “I just want to try,” she insisted. “Please, this could be my last chance.” | looked at Sister Mona. She was sitting with a pleased, knowing look on her face.

“Do you think it will work?” | asked.

“Only one way to find out,” she replied.