Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Luna He Left To Burn: Kabanata 31 - Kabanata 40

AVA"Congratulations on your new role, Miss Ava," Reid said over the phone."Thank you," I said."Were you able to keep track of Kael?" I asked, my hand tightening around the phone as I waited for his response.He did not answer immediately, and I already knew my answer from his silence."I'm sorry, Miss Ava. I’m still looking," Reid answered, and I let out a shaky breath.“Has Dorian gotten anything?" Reid asked."He's already…" I paused, feeling suddenly lightheaded, a dizzy spell matching the strange sensation of waking up completely drenched in sweat."Ava?" Reid drew my attention back to him."Dorian is still keeping an eye on the documents. Nothing yet," I said."I'm sorry for the recent shortcomings. But rest assured, I will find something," Reid said and ended the call.Rest. That was the last thing I could do right now.For some reason, I felt my wolf stir inside me even more. I did not know why.The heat flared up, and I started sweating again.I exhaled and moved to the sin

AVAThe document in my hand hit the table first, its echo fading into the silence as a firm statement to them.One that they did not like.After I took my seat, I folded my arms and did not care that the silent seconds were spent observing me.Father was going to lecture me outside for sure, but regardless of how this meeting went, I knew "Alpha Grayson," the Elder on the extreme right said, her eyes still fixed on me."We do appreciate the fact that you managed to return straight to your duties without needing any special events.""Of course. The gathering at the pack square was celebration enough." Father said."Now, I understand the reason for this meeting is to discuss the families. Correct?""Indeed," the central Elder responded, leaning forward."It is wonderful that your presence, preserved as it is, has not altered the foundation for the summit.""We are aware a reschedule is in place, but with the new development at the pack square, that is, appointing Ava her role, I believe

AVAThe council room was not filled to capacity but yet it gave the illusion of a courtroom where sentences were handed down.The Elders had also made a subtle gesture. Since I was so adamant about not sitting the last time, they did not give me a chair at all this time.I noticed the arrangement as my eyes skimmed from left to right. The representatives from the political families were present as well.This was not just an issue that was going to end in this room if I failed to make my case and lost.It was going to be the start of a domino effect. One that would lead to a series of penalties, restrictions and exclude me from their circle, all which would take full effect before I even knew how to counter it, even if I could.But I did not come here to fail.I stood close to the table centered in front of me and placed the file down gently this time. I was sure they noticed that.Father sat on my right, his arms folded, his eyes lacking any sort of expectancy. Unlike the representati

KAELI had made it just in time.My eyes locked with Ava's, then the Elders'. They looked stoic in their positions. They should be. This was a private meeting and I had no business being here, much less knowing about it.I stopped beside Ava. My hands tucked in my pockets."Mr. Kael," the central Elder started. "It is a pleasure to be graced by your presence."Each of his words was calculated."But I must advise, this is a private meeting. Which is also very important."The Elder said it as if I should feel any sort of weight."Yes," another chimed in from the extreme left.My eyes darted fluidly over."Welcome as it may be that you grace us with your presence, your very being here is breaking protocol in how private meetings are handled."I blinked. I saw the looks on their faces. They wanted to get angry. But they knew their anger and cold demeanor would do nothing."Protocol 236 states if the meeting is in session, no other delegates or representatives not present prior to the meet

KAELI arrived at the Hale's estate. Even though the grounds spoke for itself, the welcome was different from last time.Two security guards instead of one. An escort as well."Good day, Mr. Kael. The Hale family is expecting you inside. Please follow me," he said with a gesture.I followed him up to the main building. My eyes narrowed when I looked toward the garden path on the side. That was where I had first seen her in a wheelchair watching me.But today I entered through the front.My eyes refocused on the main door. The escort arriving before me, pulled it open with a bow.I walked in to see Ava standing between her parents."Alpha Grayson. Luna Nova," I acknowledged. "It's a pleasure to be welcomed into your home.""The pleasure is all ours," Grayson replied.One look from head to toe was enough for him. He was assessing me. Calculating."Please, come sit," Nova said, gesturing to a chair.A maid rushed in without being called, arranging drinks, and departed just as quickly."M