THE LUNA’S CHOICE BY KAT SILVER - Season 1 Episode 23

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Chapter 23: Briggs

I had left Alpha Kingston’s lodge with very mixed emotions. about what I found. Despite

my anger about Theo’s rejection of his fated mate, I was more worried than anything else.

He definitely hadn’t been himself since he met Ayla. But if I was honest, he hadn’t been

himself for a while. Not since Alpha Torin’s diagnosis.

He had been devastated when he first found out but had done well to keep that from his

parents. It was just before he and I graduated from college. Once we were out, he threw

himself into taking over some of his dad’s responsibilities.

Alpha’s traditionally hand down their title when their successor turns twenty–seven. And

while the children of Alpha’s are raised their entire lives to take over the role, it’s those

few adult years where they learn the intricacies of the day–to–day. Theo was really hoping

he would be able to get those last few years with Alpha Torin guiding him.

But it seems that wouldn’t happen for him. For either of us. I still had a lot to learn from

Alpha Torin and Beta Harry. But at least I would have Beta Harry close for as long as I

needed him.

But Theo was struggling more than he cared to admit, and this situation with Kylee and

Ayla was evidence of that.

Theo had already been involved with Kylee when we learned about his dad. At the time,

she seemed to be really supportive and a comfort for him. But she was still in college and

five years younger than us, so she wasn’t really there for him as

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much as he needed. But he liked her, and what time they did spend together gave him a

break from all the stress. So I was grateful for her.

However, when he said he wanted to make her his chosen mate and Luna, I was hesitant

to offer my approval.

It was not long after he and his parents decided Alpha Torin would need to step down

sooner than they hoped. Most alpha’s waited a long time to take a chosen mate, if ever.

While fated mates were anything but guaranteed, they were especially important for

ranking members of packs. The bond between fated mates made the whole pack stronger.

It was a bond I still felt was sacred, as did many others.

But Theo was adamant he didn’t want to wait for his fated mate and that Kylee was who

he wanted to be his Luna. I thought she could be a bit shallow at times and a little self-

absorbed. It was nothing that couldn’t be attributed to her age. And she always seemed

eager to please Theo, so I figured she would learn quickly what was needed from a Luna.

But I never would have advised him to reject his fated mate for her. Especially without

even having a five–minute conversation with her. Kylee’s side of the story should never

have been the deciding factor in his actions.

I had heard Kylee’s stories regarding her relationship with her sister growing up. I believed

her because I had no reason not to. But I guess I didn’t form the same opinion of Ayla as

Theo. I wasn’t impressed with Ayla, but a lot of what Kylee said just seemed like someone

struggling with losing a parent.

But my impression of her today had me doubting everything.

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Something didn’t add up to me.

Ayla could have refused to speak with me. She had no reason or obligation to give me the

time of day. Nor would she be inclined to if she was the person we had been led to believe

she was.

The woman I met was polite, diplomatic, and clever. And strong. There was a strength

radiating off her that I couldn’t imagine anyone being blind to. Especially not her fated

mate.

Alpha Kingston certainly seemed to notice. The way he had hovered over her, he was

clearly staking a claim. I could smell that she was technically still a rogue, the scent was

still subtle, but it was there. But that meant he had every intention of bringing her into his

pack.

By the way he relished in her informality toward him, I had a feeling his interest was

deeper than just bringing her into the pack. He wanted her. It explained the time and care

he had invested in her after her accident. Not to mention before I left, he made it very

clear I was to tell Theo that Ayla was no longer his concern and the only reason he would

ever allow him near her would be to finish severing the bond and letting

her go.

I hadn’t expected him to know as much as he did when I first spoke to Pierce, but he knew

everything. He likely knew a lot more than I did. And that made me even less excited

about relaying the details of our meeting to Theo.

I wondered if I could get away with taking a few days to dig into the Garner women before

heading back home. I debated whether it would be a good idea or not. The last thing I

wanted was to make Theo doubt a decision that couldn’t be

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fixed. But if it was even remotely possible to save their mate bond, it would have to be

before he marked Kylee. Or worse, Kingston marked Ayla.

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