Second Chance Luna (Phoebe and Jason) novel Chapter 7

Together they headed down to the dining hall. Because of his conversation with Cam Jason didn’t expect to see his mate at breakfast but he was still disappointed by her absence. As they loaded their plates a shrill voice called to them.

“Over here, Jason!”

He suppressed a growl as he looked over at the table where their hosts sat. Kristie stood waving them over enthusiastically while Graham nursed what had to be a severe hangover with a strong cup of coffee. After one day it seemed they thought they were free to address him casually.

“Well, have fun,” Luke said.

“Don’t you dare leave me alone with those two,” Jason warned. Last night had been torture in more ways than one.

“Yes Alpha,” Luke said. “But I do still need to bring Cam his breakfast so don’t take too long.”

Together they joined their hosts. Jason made Luke sit across from the overeager luna allowing him to sit as far from her as possible. An awkward silence descended on the foursome while Jason warily eyed his hosts.

“So…Alpha Graham,” Luke said after a moment, “we’re looking forward to training with your warriors today. I’m always interested in new techniques.”

Graham grunted sipping his coffee. He hadn’t shaved and dark bags hung under his bloodshot eyes. Luke was fairly certain he never saw any alpha in such a condition and certainly not Jason who took his responsibilities seriously.

Given the conversation Jason related to Luke he was inclined to agree with his pack’s former Luna. Not only had Graham taken a chosen mate but he had rejected his fated one. As a result a rift opened between him and his wolf spirit. If you are not reading this novel on Jobnib.com know that it’s some paragraphs are not complete. Visit Jobnib.com to read it for free. The disconnection also damaged his bond to the pack affecting his connection to it and perhaps the pack’s bonds to each other as well. All of that could have been negated if his chosen luna was serious about her position but Kristie was not a proper Luna in the least. If her designer clothing was anything to go by she was only concerned with shopping and self-gratification.

If not for the fact Jason had found his mate they would certainly have cut this visit even shorter than the last. Hopefully the warriors would make up for their lackluster leadership.

After an arduous breakfast Luke slipped out to deliver Cam his meal before meeting Jason at the training facility ahead of their host who continued to linger over his coffee. They were disappointed to see Rimrock’s warriors didn’t have any more motivation than their leaders. Far fewer than they predicted even showed up despite knowing Jason and his visiting warriors were training with them.

Compounding the problem was the fact neither Alpha Graham nor Beta Michael showed up. Jason gritted his teeth struggling to suppress Lobo who prowled the back of his mind.

“Do you suppose this is their actual, everyday training?” Luke asked eyeing the disorganized troop struggle with inadequate equipment.

Jason rubbed his temple fending off a headache.

“Well, at least there is good news.”

“Such as?” Jason sighed.

“Now you can spend time with your Luna,” Luka smirked.

Jason blinked glancing at his Beta. That was right. If their hosts were not attending the training session than sneaking away was much simpler. Luke could handle the joint training without him. A smile twitched his lips as Lobo came to attention.

“Cam, where are you?”

“In the woods.”

“Woods?”

“Head south if you are coming from the packhouse.”

Giving Luke a silent nod Jason slipped away and headed in the direction Cam indicated. The nature of his bond with his pack members made it easy to locate them. Entering the woods he stuck to trails and eventually reached Cam standing just off of it.

“Cam, where…”

“Up ahead,” Cam nodded.

Anxiously Jason peered through the trees to see Phoebe watching over the pups as they scattered through the woods with baskets in hand. The two-year-old that normally was always on her hip was now being carried by one of the older girls eager to test their motherly skills.

“What’s going on?” Jason asked.

“I think they are looking for wild mushrooms and berries,” Cam said keeping his voice low. “It seems to be part of a lesson on plants and foraging. Looks like she’s teaching them life skills.”

Jason smiled. She was concerned with the health of her pack. Teaching them how to forage for food and healing herbs made good sense, especially considering the current state of the pack’s leadership. While the pack warriors were definitely adversely affected by their leadership the pups still held strong bonds with their fellow playmates no doubt due to Phoebe’s influence as one would expect of a proper Luna.

“Keep an eye on the pups, make sure they don’t wander too far,” Jason instructed.

“Right. Good luck, Alpha. Go get her.” Cam patted his shoulder in encouragement before slipping away.

Jason took a deep breath trying to calm his racing heart as Lobo paced his mind. They were finally going to meet their mate. All his years of waiting were at an end. But what was he going to say?

Jason hesitated. How should he even approach her? He didn’t want to be overbearing or overwhelm her with his aura. If he walked up to her and said ‘Hello Mate’ would that be too much?

“I know you are there,” she suddenly spoke. “Come out.”

Shit.

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“Miss Phoebe, can I take Jack? Please! I promise I’ll be careful.”

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