Second Chance Luna (Phoebe and Jason) novel Chapter 42

Phoebe emerged from the kitchen her aura once again under control and her eyes their usual gray color. Máni had retreated laughing with glee at finally exercising their aura and command. Phoebe shivered at the aura they had exuded. It was almost frightening but she had been just as upset by the she-wolf’s constant interference. She would not let anyone disturb William and Lily’s bond until it was firmly established.

Lily had already suffered one rejection and if she was anything like Phoebe she would fear and expect another.

Who would want a wolf that was so easily rejected by their fated mate? That insecurity had almost ruined Phoebe’s second chance and she wouldn’t allow someone to prey on Lily’s insecurities and ruin hers. She had a feeling it wouldn’t be long at all before the bond between Lily and William was unbreakable.

“Luna.”

She turned to see Ben. Giving him a questioning look she waited for him to continue. He seemed embarrassed by his actions the previous night but she found it rather endearing. She recalled many nights singing with her father while her mother played his favorite eighties hits.

“The alpha meeting will be starting in a couple hours and I’ve been reminding everyone but I can’t seem to find Alpha William.”

Phoebes gaze slid toward the corner William and Lily had occupied but it was empty. It hadn’t been long since she took Camilla aside and Máni wiggled with amusement.

Phoebe blushed lightly. She had a feeling she knew where they had gone. A brief link to Gloria confirmed their retreat as well as assurances that his room had been prepared so nothing should disturb the eager pair.

Clearing her throat Phoebe turned her attention back to the waiting gamma saying, “Alpha William just met his mate so I think he’s a little… occupied at the moment.”

Ben’s gaze widened in surprise but Phoebe held in her chuckle.

“Unless there is something urgent about today’s meeting ! think it’s best to leave him for now. He can be informed later.”

“Of course, Luna,” Ben bowed fighting a smile. It was unlikely they would see the alpha until dinner if not breakfast the next morning.

Sharing his thoughts Phoebe mindlinked the cooks, “Myra, in about an hour or so could you send up breakfast to Alpha William’s suite. Just knock and leave it outside the door.”

“Of course, Luna.”

Satisfied Phoebe sat back down as Blake and Emma finished their breakfast. Gradually the alphas separated themselves into groups to discuss pack activities and recent rogue attacks. Some paragraphs are incomplete if you are not reading this novel on Jobnib.com. Visit Jobnib.com to read the complete chapters for free. Some left to speak in private prior to the meeting leaving their lunas and a few children behind Phoebe sighed looking over her remaining guests. Quite a few already knew each other making Phoebe the odd one out.

They had been welcoming the previous night but she also sensed unrest with them as she was new and very little was known about her. Well, she supposed they knew she could play piano. But that didn’t tell them if she would be a good ally or not. Jason was a strong alpha and well-known. Some paragraphs are incomplete if you are not reading this novel on Jobnib.com. Visit Jobnib.com to read the complete chapters for free. Somehow she had to show she was his equal but how was she supposed to instill that kind of confidence when she still didn’t trust her own abilities? After all, she was only just beginning to settle into Blue Moon.

“Becky, where are you going?” a Luna asked as her daughter stood.

“I was going up to my room. It’s not like there is anything else to do.”

Phoebe grimaced at the young blonde’s attitude. She supposed hanging around with older women would be rather boring. Rimrock never hosted any large events so she wasn’t certain how other packs handled such a situation with so many important guests.

“Well, you never know, Luna Phoebe might have something planned,” the Luna tried to console her daughter.

“Like what? A book club? A dance marathon?”

“A pool party.” Phoebe said letting her voice carry over the murmuring crowd

Neither Luna nor daughter had made any effort to keep their voices low so Phoebe felt no need to make an effort to ignore them. If they wanted to cause a scene she was happy to let them. They certainly wouldn’t rattle her.

“Of course, if you didn’t bring a swimsuit I understand if you want to skip it,” Phoebe added. “It’s such a nice day it doesn’t make much sense to spend it indoors. I thought a lunch on the patio with cocktails would be nice for everyone.”

“Mommy, can we go swimming now?” Emma bounced in her seat.

“Absolutely. Let’s go change.”

The other lunas seemed surprised by her dismissal. Phoebe wanted to make friends but she wasn’t about to pander to them. Máni wagged her tail in approval. They didn’t need to play nice with these she wolves…if anything these wolves needed to learn to play nice with them.

Changing into swimsuits Phoebe took the pups outside.

Not unlike Rimrock, Blue Moon had a large pool surrounded by a wide patio. During her welcome party they hadn’t used the pool but Blake and Emma were naturally curious about it especially after Norah assured them they were welcome to swim in it as long as someone was watching over them.

Not wanting the pups to be bored Phoebe had already invited the daycare to bring the other pups as well.

When they reached the pool several pups as well as their daily caretakers were already there. Phoebe slipped into the water hanging out in the shallows as Blake and Emma splashed with the other young pups. She accepted a two-year-old from one of the other she-wolves and held it as the pup giggled and splashed.

Norah and Lucille joined her shortly after. The latter smirked, “You realize you are the talk of the day.”

“Is that so?” Phoebe seated herself on the submerged steps cuddling the little pup. “So what are they saying about me?

“Mostly how they can’t figure you out,” Lucille sat on the edge of the pool and dangled her legs in the water. “They don’t know how a Luna could play piano and sing or why you and Jason would adopt pups before having your own.

And they definitely don’t know what to think about a Luna that hangs out at the pool playing with pups.”

“If I knew it was going to be that easy to throw them I wouldn’t have tried so hard,” Phoebe chuckled.

Lucille laughed and even the daycare she wolves smiled.

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