The Luna Choosing Game by Jane Above Story

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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.

bring two different individualities together in a united

stuffed mushroom. He hummed, then motioned to his

good. Try

own appetizer. Nicholas touched my hand a moment longer than needed as he accepted his. Pride

offered one to the Queen, however, she simply looked at me blankly,

accept it.

lowered it back to the table.

suddenly, claiming everyone’s attention. “Piper’s talking out of

discuss

straighter, I tried to catch her eye, to ask her

glancing

because I didn’t want her inferior selection to be anywhere near my own.

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

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dried–out deviled eggs and handed it to the Queen,

are told,” Linda said. “That is why our display is the way it is. Had

and Queen nodded critically, as if they agreed

to select who you must work with,” Nicholas said, face stern. “Oftentimes those we must find common grounds with are not