Upper Moon Meeting Novels & Stories

Jessica. We need to meet soon, child. Our agreement has come to a fork in the road, and I need you to make a choice that will determine future events. I also will give you an opportunity to trade your previous deal with me, with something more within your reach, otherwise I might have to interfere more personally to ensure my end of the bargain is paid in full. We will meet at the next full moon in 5 days time. The clearing by the west lake, near your charming camp. Be on time. As the sun sets and before the moon rises.

“But I’d be a Trojan Horse.” “If you’re comfortable with it, that would be helpful,” Thea said. “Who do you think will be at the summit?” “At least Crescent Moon, Mead Moon, Storm Moon, Far Side, Eclipse, Cold Moon, and Ice Moon. They were the packs that were upset about missing slaves. Possibly Moonrise and Chaste Moon. They’re neighbors with Crescent Moon. They probably think it’s safer to back them instead of New Dawn.” “Thank you, Alpha Ford,” Thea said. “I’m looking forward to our alliance and growing closer.”

“We believe a tour of the remaining three packs would be beneficial.” Chris continued, “Following the tour, we propose holding a summit during the autumn equinox on the day of the Harvest Festival. All five packs would be invited to Moonstone to discuss shared concerns and forge stronger alliances.” “And, hopefully, to put strained pasts behind us,” I finished. There was a long, weighted silence after our speech. All five Elders had thoughtful expressions on their faces—even Elise, who still refused to refer to me as ‘Luna’, seemed to be thinking deeply.

The way he holds her that is different from the way he holds anything else, not more careful, more present, as if she asks for a quality of attention that is different from strategy or assessment or love in the way he extends love to adults. Something simpler and natural. Something that existed in him before four years of grief and controlled exterior and schedule-instead-of-personal-life covered it. She found it. She just walked in, seven weeks early, and found it immediately. Like she always knew where it was. The International Lunare Council holds its first formal meeting in June. Not in Chicago and not in Edinburgh. This time in Albuquerque. Paz arranged this. She argued for it practical

“Are you regretting your deal with Cornel? You can still back out if you…” “No nooo. I just want to know what it is all about.” I replied quickly “well if you say so. The full moon celebration is an important event in the pack. It's on the night of the full moon and everyone in the pack looks forward to it, no matter what’s happening. It’s more than just a party. It's a night of unity, strength, and tradition. A reminder that even if the world condemned us, we won't condemn ourselves.” she paused, her eyes glimmering into a distant memory.

He stopped to wait for her. “Tomorrow?” Mallory met his eyes, also stopping to continue the conversation. It was still early; the sun would go down two hours from then. “It’s the full moon,” he grinned. “I want to meet with you at the moon square in the evening. Let’s watch the Blessing Ceremony together.” “Ah—” Unconsciously, her eyes widen. Full moon. Tomorrow night is the full moon. Her eyes wandered to the sky. The leaves of the thick forest were covering it, but through the small gaps, she could see its state. It was still lit, blue and white.

Arabelle said "Sure, I'll make sure she doesn't miss it." Madison said "Good take care, see you tomorrow at the regular meeting place." Arabelle said happily The call got disconnected and Madison couldn't help but smile. "What makes you smile so much sweetheart?" Miles asked as he walks out of the bathroom "Oh the yearly meeting for the Lunas of the eight territories is happening tomorrow night." Madison said "Oh that's great, it will help us find out what's in their hearts and how everyone is thinking." Miles said

Finally, she shut it again and nodded. “Alright,” she said, somewhat approvingly, “tomorrow morning, we’ll hold a meeting between the Fullmoons and the… New Peacekeepers to discuss our next plans to get things back to normal while the Fullmoon Alpha is away. Everyone, meet at nine o’clock sharp tomorrow morning in the conference room across from my office. Anyone who wants to come is welcome to join.” …

“Get the pack together, all of them. We will stay at the cabins in Apalachicola Forest. It’s time for another meet, we will be there for 5 days.” Ansel nodded and waved for Vienna to follow him as he started his first phone call. I texted Damon and Angel before allowing myself to get some food. “When was the last meet?” Nick asked as we sat down at my island, with some chicken and shrimp pasta. “Last month. I typically have them once a month, we purchased some property awhile back, it’s a seven hour trip, but it’s the largest forest in Florida. Gives the pack enough room to really give their legs a good stretch.”