Filed to story: Luna Graced Book by KristiferAnn Thorne
ABIGAIL
By the time they got to the Oracles house, Abby had managed to prepare herself for Romans wrath.
At least she thought she had until she saw him storming out the front door.
The Oracle followed behind.
Roman, the old woman said in soothing tones.
The young luna is not understanding.
IM not understanding! he roared at the top of his lungs, his huge hands clenched into fists.
Abby shuddered at the depth of his rage.
And there was more to it, a deep despair she could sense but not interpret.
She only knew she was the cause.
Taking several deep breaths, she focused on her heartbeat.
She felt warmth radiating inside her, and Logans expression showed her that he could feel it too.
She shared a look with him, grateful that he seemed as confused as she was by their alphas wide-swinging emotions.
Roman stepped forward and grasped her arm.
You arenot leaving this pack, he snarled, then surprised her by pulling her into an embrace.
Im sorry, Abigail, he rasped against her ear.
Im struggling, and Im taking it out on you.
ROMAN His wolfs purr buzzed through him, and the beasts desire to comfort Abby made Roman feel even more like a complete asshole.
Why could his wolf find a way to accept these feelings when he couldnt? He turned Abby in his arms until she was forced to look up at him.
Youre not going anywhere.
I cant protect you if you leave.
But I make you upset by being here.
I cant even hum in the shower because it makes you so mad.
He could feel her trembling, and guilt slapped at him again.
He was making a mess of this.
He timed his breathing to hers, waiting until he sensed her calming.
Youre not to blame, Abby.
Im trying to balance some things, and Im unsure myself why my reactions to you are so… He fought and failed to find the right words.
Ive come to the Oracle for some guidance.
Will you talk to her with me? ABIGAIL Yes, Alpha.
It was the only reply she could make.
He was her alpha, and she would obey him even if he didnt want her to belong to him.
To Roman Luko.
She remembered them in bed together, and a rush of emotion she didnt recognize coursed through her.
Waking up with him curled around her had set her mind spinning…had brought her a solace she didnt deserve.
She began to struggle against his embrace, not sure why she wanted to fight him.
Certain she wouldnt be able to.
Abby, look at me, please.
She lifted her eyes, and his were liquid gold in a sea of black.
Slowly, he drew her close to him again.
Im sorry, and I will try not to lash out at you again.
Yes, Alpha.
With a sigh, she wrapped her arms around his waist and pressed her cheek against his chest.
A warmth enveloped them, and the link opened.
THE ORACLE The Oracle felt the link open, felt the rush of warmth.
The pack calmed as the alpha and the young luna finally relaxed.
She stepped closer to Logan, who was watching Roman and Abigail closely.
He just lost his first battle.
The beta snorted but offered no challenge.
He understood what she meant.
At least he was starting to.
And the next? Heart.
Watching as the couple separated, she caught a glimpse of the golden blanket the Moon Goddess had wrapped around them, a sign of blessings to come, of comfort and peace.
If only Roman would accept it.
Roman murmured something to Abby, who nodded after a moment, and the two of them went inside the house while Logan took a position by the door.
The Oracle didnt follow at once.
Instead, she looked up at the sky and opened herself to the Moon Goddess and any visions or help she saw fit to provide.
She could feel Abigails soul starting to weaken.
And the more Roman raged at her and forced her to defend herself against him, the more that weakness would grow, making it easier for Carson to break through the cracked link.
But Roman had built a wall around himself, a wall that was keeping Abby out.
Neither of them had figured that out yet, but they would have to, and soon.
Help me, Moon Goddess, she pleaded.
Show me how to help them both.
But when no answer came, the Oracle went back into the house.
ABIGAIL Abby was sitting next to Roman on the Oracles couch, only a few inches between them, when the old woman came back in, carrying a heavy, leather-bound book.
She remained standing and studied them both with narrowed eyes.
Stop fighting what you know is inevitable, Roman, the Oracle snapped.
Shes weakening.
Abby was confused.
What do you mean? But the Oracle continued to glare at the alpha.
Roman, do you understand me? No! he bit out.
Stop fighting! The Oracle slammed the heavy book on the coffee table, and Abby jumped.
Roman growled at the Oracle and flashed his eyes, and the old woman growled back and flashed hers.
Abby just looked from one to the other, her eyes wide and her lips slightly parted.
The Oracle turned to her.
Abigail, do you feel that warmth that you have? Yes, Oracle.
Do you feel your power? Abby paused.
Yes, Oracle.
You recognize your speed and your agility? Yes, Oracle.
You are a graced luna.
Those are just some of your gifts.
ROMAN Roman watched the color drain from Abbys face as the information registered.
The Oracles voice turned somber.
How much do you know about graced lunas, Abigail? A long pause.
Then Abby whispered hoarsely, A graced luna will die without her mate.
Roman shot to his feet.
What? his voice boomed out.
The Oracle gave a curt nod.
And the more you fight, the faster she will weaken.
Stop fighting, Roman, and accept.
No! Roman started to pace, his fists clenching and releasing.
Waves of power surrounded him, strengthened by his seething emotions.
I do not accept this! Abby just sat stiffly on the couch.
Carson didnt just sentence me to a life of hell, she said, strangely wooden.
He sentenced me to death.
He rejected me.
I have no mate.
Without looking at him, she got to her feet.
You… Her voice wavered, and she cleared her throat.
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