Filed to story: Luna Graced Book by KristiferAnn Thorne
Gotta learn to shut that link, Alpha! he called over his shoulder.
When he got to the ring, Logan turned and faced his alpha, who was stalking toward him, flashing his eyes.
I cant fucking help it! Roman growled.
Youd better learn quickly, the way things are progressing! Logan danced around, trying to tease Roman into attacking.
Roman charged, and they clashed furiously, then proceeded to put on a show for the men who were watching.
What is it with you and warm syrup, anyway? Logan asked, panting as he narrowly avoided Romans much longer reach.
The warriors burst into laughter, and the alpha stopped and growled at everyone to run sprints.
They all took off, but Logan hung back with Roman.
Shes special, Alpha.
Roman smirked.
No kidding, Beta.
But thats not going to stop me kicking your ass.
ROMAN
Would you like to take a drive with me and see some of the territory? Roman asked Abby when the elite group finished eating breakfast.
Abby smiled at him from her spot at the other end of the long table.I would.
Thank you, Alpha.
They held eye contact for a few moments, and he rumbled quietly, happy she wanted to spend time with him.
Breakfast was good, he said aloud.
Thank you, everyone.
While Abby helped with the cleaning upafter promising not to overexert herselfRoman asked Bell to step outside with him.
What can I do for you, Alpha? Id like to take Abby on a picnic this afternoon.
Would you mind packing lunch for the two of us? It would be my pleasure.
She bowed her head and pressed her lips together, and he could tell she was trying to suppress her excitement.
Thank you.
Ill come around in a couple of hours.
He shook his head and chuckled.
And Bell? I can hear you giggling through the link.
Sorry, Alpha.
She grinned and scooted back to the kitchen.
ABIGAIL The rest of the morning progressed quickly.
Abby helped in the pack house, organizing and cleaning.
And although shed been trained as luna for a different pack, she was still able to use her skills to make some positive changes.
At first, she was unsure how her suggestions would be received by long-term members of the pack, but everyone seemed to gravitate toward her like shed always been there.
She was outside assigning chores to a group of teen wolves when Roman rolled up in his lifted truck.
He cut the engine and jumped out.
Abby bowed her head, and the teens lined up, doing the same.
Is everything all right here? Roman glanced at the juvenile wolves with their heads bowed.
They give you some trouble? Oh no, Alpha.
Everythings fine, thank you.
Im just going over assigned chores.
There needs to be a little more pride in their home, thats all.
She winked at him.
The teens, who were each holding a bag and gloves, shuffled their feet.
Get to it, Roman barked, and they all scrambled.
Alpha! Abby put her hands on her hips.
That wasnt necessary.
You couldnt hear what the little shits were thinking.
He grinned at her as she started laughing.
Are you ready for that ride, mate? Yes, Alpha.
I just need to freshen up.
ROMAN After he escorted Abby to the pack house restroom, Roman noticed several groups bustling around.
A well-run pack house was a benefit to any pack, and he prided himself on having one, but thered definitely been some changes since the last time he was in here.
Positive ones.
Could Abby be behind them? Like with the hot breakfast? He flushed with pride at how well, and how quickly, his mate was integrating into the pack.
He went back outside and saw Bell put a basket in the bed of his truck.
She grinned and put a finger over her lips, promising to keep his secret.
Abby came out the door a few minutes later.
Im ready! He lifted her into the truck and hopped in after her.
And when he turned on the ignition, the roar of the engine rattled the windows of the house.
Several small pups peeked out, and Abby waved at them.
He smiled as the little ones waved back, but when he lifted his own hand, they squealed and ducked down.
You scared them, Abby scolded, but her smile told him she was teasing.
ABIGAIL Abby looked out the passenger side window at their warrior escort.
They were in wolf form and keeping to the trees on the side of the road.
Youve been productive.
She turned to look at Roman.
Im trying.
We have the pantry straightened out and a supply spreadsheet going now.
Outstanding, thank you.
Youre already settling into your role as luna.
Anyone give you trouble? He took her hand and pulled her gently toward him.
She scooched across the bench seat and snuggled into his side.
Youre welcome, and no.
Everyones been so welcoming.
She felt the vibrations from his wolfs purr.
Rolling hills began to peek through the trees as Roman decreased their speed.
This is the east entrance to the pack lands, he said, driving the truck through a heavily guarded gate.
Most of the guards were in human form, but there were a few wolves lying in the grass.
It borders with neutral territory for now, although ownership of it has been coming up more and more in talks lately.
The guards posted here are mainly watching for nomads, rogues, and scouts from other packs.
Have you thought of training the women to fight? It hadnt escaped her notice that none of the other women trained with the warriors.
No, absolutely not.
May I ask why? Their job is to take care of the pack house, food, the pups… Let the men worry about the fighting.
Abbys jaw dropped.
So, the little ladies hold the fort down, barefoot and pregnant, while the menfolk do what they need to do? She raised her eyebrows and waited for him to answer.
He grunted.
Yes, exactly.
Roman! She slid back across the seat so she could get a better look at himand make room in case she needed to bite him.
Are you serious? ROMAN Roman took one look at Abbys face and realized he may have made a mistake.
Yeah…he probably shouldnt have listened to his wolf when it nudged him to agree, but hed been distracted by images of Abby pregnant with his pup.
He saw the small clearing he wanted to take her to and rolled to a stop, and their warrior escort immediately spread out to give them some privacy.
He was glad, especially since he was pretty sure he was going to get an earful.
Abby… He turned to her.
Id like to have lunch and maybe discuss this a little further.
I didnt mean it like that.
Id love to have lunch anddiscuss this with you too.
She flashed a wolfy grin.
He jumped out of the truck and grabbed the basket and a blanket from the back, then came around to her side and offered her his free hand.
She took it and jumped out, and they continued to hold hands until he found a spot for them in the shade and spread out the blanket.
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