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.

bring two different individualities

nodded, thoughtful. Then he bit into the stuffed mushroom. He

good. Try

touched my hand a moment longer than needed as he

however, she simply

accept it.

back to the table. “Whenever you are ready.”

is outrageous,” Linda said suddenly, claiming everyone’s attention. “Piper’s talking out

We didn’t discuss any

to ask her what she thought she was

glancing my way.

divided because I didn’t want her inferior selection

the event.” Linda huffed. “But what

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one of her dried–out deviled eggs and handed it to the

told,” Linda said. “That is why our display is the way it is. Had I been partnered with someone on my own level,

Queen nodded critically, as if they agreed with

don’t often get to select who you must work with,” Nicholas said, face stern. “Oftentimes those we must find common grounds with are not the kind we would normally associate with.”