Second Chance Luna (Phoebe and Jason) novel Chapter 69

Phoebe leaned against Jason letting herself relax and enjoy their present company. If this was how the evening would go she wouldn’t mind it at all. So focused on their group she didn’t notice the arrival of the royal family until the King stepped forward raising a hand to call everyone to attention.

“Friends, allies, alphas and lunas, it pleases me to see so many gathered here for my dear daughter’s birthday,” the King announced.

He stood on the edge of the courtyard where the ledge gave him a natural height advantage. Beside him Queen Leah maintained a severe expression looking uncomfortable as all eyes turned toward them. Next to her stood a younger she-wolf, clearly the princess they were gathered to honor while on the king’s far right were two males, the princes.

The king, queen and princes wore purple signifying their place as members of the royal family while the princess set herself apart in light blue and crowned with a sparkling diamond tiara.

The family did make a striking group as they stood together. All bore similar facial features: dark eyes, long, narrow noses and tanned skin. Some paragraphs are incomplete if you are not reading this novel on Jobnib.com. Visit Jobnib.com to read the complete chapters for free. However, the king, first prince and princess were blonde while the queen and second prince had dark, brown hair. Despite their attempt to appear as family Phoebe couldn’t help but sense tension among them. Though the king commended his daughter’s beauty he never once looked at her

“Would all the unmated males please step forward? One of you will be the lucky one chosen to escort my daughter for the night.”

The unmated males followed his request to stand before the royal family. Some were eager wanting to make a good impression. Others were reluctant hoping they were passed over once again. It seemed not everyone thought escorting the princess was a lucky task. Several glanced at the others now standing in front of the king and noticed a prominent figure had not joined them.

Looking to the princess it was clear she also noticed the missing figure. She looked down on her perspective escorts with a frown while her father waited for her to make her choice so they could get on with the night. Her gaze drifted to the rest of the gathering wondering if he arrived late and eventually found him talking to several alphas and lunas in a small group.

A confident smile returned and she descended into the courtyard marching past her would-be suitors to the one Alpha she coveted. All eyes followed her as she crossed the distance separating them. Reaching her goal she tapped him on the shoulder.

“Jason, you silly goose, you missed father’s announcement,

“Selena smiled offering her hand expecting him to take it.

He eyed her coldly though that never bothered her. Jason had always been aloof toward everyone. But surprisingly a smile suddenly graced his face, “Not at all, your Highness.

Your father asked for the unmated males.”

Jason turned revealing the petite she wolf in his arms. His broad frame had hidden her completely from view. She wore a delicate salmon-pink gown. Her hair was tamed in a half-up style. Despite its rich, dark color she was rather pale and plain looking compared to other she-wolves. Her most remarkable feature was her gray eyes which shimmered silver in the moonlight.

“Allow me to introduce my mate and Luna, Phoebe,” Jason smiled. “Phoebe, angel. This is her highness, Princess Selena.”

“Hello, your Highness,” Phoebe smiled. “It’s very nice to meet you.”

Selena stared in disbelief. Did Jason, a wolf who claimed he would have no other but his fated Luna, just…who was this she-wolf? Jason bowed his head nuzzling Phoebe and nipping her ear.

“Jason,” Phoebe chuckled.

Jason growled, smiling and enjoying her against him. For a wolf that had always been cold toward others it was strange to see him so warm and openly loving. It was clear his actions were not only a surprise to the princess but the other wolves around them.

Phoebe shot him a glance in a clear warning to mind his manners before looking again to the waiting princess; congratulations and happy birthday.”

“…Th-thank you,” Selena’s mouth twitched as she muttered her reply.

She watched in jealousy as Jason cuddled his Luna, showering her with love and attention. In all the years she knew him Jason was always cold and distant. He virtually sneered at any she wolf begging for his attention, even her.

However, as an unmated male he could never deny her on her birthday and she always chose him as her escort. Even so he maintained his distance and acted as if her touch revolted him.

And yet there was no sign of that now toward the petite she-wolf in his arms. He treated her so tenderly. There was no doubting his desire if the heaviness of the musk in his scent was any indication. Phoebe kept elbowing him and shot him warning glances but her smile made it clear she delighted in his attention. Just who was this she wolf? How was she able to get his attention and love?

“Ah!” Jason suddenly looked up, “Phoebe, there’s someone ! wanted to introduce you to. Shall we?”

“All right,” Phoebe cast a final glance at Selena before allowing him to lead her away. “Have a wonderful night, your Highness.”

Jason excused them from their group and headed to the buffet table where a pair of males was perusing the offerings. Not surprisingly the royal family served only the most expensive hors doeuvres.

“Zain.”

One turned at the sound of his name to see Jason and broke out in a smile, “Jason! Glad to see you! Oh, and who is this lovely creature?”

“This is Phoebe, my mate and Luna. Phoebe this is Alpha Zain of Strawberry Moon and his Luna.”

“Hello,” Phoebe smiled. “I’ve heard so much about you and your pack.”

“That is the highest compliment but it’s not my doing,” Zain chuckled kissing her hand. “It’s all due to my Luna, Chandler.”

The other male eagerly took her hand, “It’s so good to meet you finally. I was so disappointed when we missed your Luna Ceremony. It was unfortunate it was so short notice.

Men! Am I right? Can’t trust them to plan anything.”

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