The Luna Choosing Game by Jane Above Story

Chapter 0132

Forgive me, Your Majesty, but we had given consideration to the spirit of the event,” I said.

It wasn’t totally a lie. I had given some thought about how our divided display could still indicate some measure of cooperation, even if Linda hadn’t.

“Explain yourself,” the Queen said.

I motioned toward our display. “At first glance, our table is divided, which could reflect the deep disagreements between us and our adversaries. Yet if you look closer, you will notice that our selections actually complement each other.”

The Luna and King pressed in closer to the display, peering at where I suggested. Behind them, Nicholas. and Julian gave me supportive looks – a full smile from Julian, a partial from Nicholas. Joyce continued

to look off into the distance, disinterested.

“Linda’s cold selection and my warm one offer an exploration of taste. The drinks in between act as a palate cleanser, when needed. Individually, we could stand alone fine, but when presented together, we

are better.”

I lifted one of the stuffed mushrooms and handed it to the King.

diplomatic relations, we bring two different individualities together in a united front.”

thoughtful. Then he bit into the stuffed mushroom.

is very good. Try one.”

needed as he accepted his. Pride shone bright in his eyes,

however, she simply looked at me blankly, and made no

accept it.

to the table. “Whenever

claiming everyone’s attention. “Piper’s

didn’t discuss

catch her eye, to ask her what she thought she was doing,

bother glancing my way.

divided because I didn’t want her inferior selection to be anywhere near

in the spirit of the event.” Linda huffed. “But what kind of

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dried–out deviled eggs and

“That is why our display is the way it is. Had I been partnered with someone on my own

critically, as if they agreed with what

“Oftentimes those we must find common grounds with are not the kind we would normally associate