Second Chance Luna
Chapter 93

"Alpha Zain sent Dash and about a hundred warriors to help bolster our forces as a sign of solidarity between our packs," Jason explained. "He did?" Phoebe seemed surprised. "Oh, where will we put them all? Are they here?"

"The majority are still waiting at our border," Jason nodded to Luke who immediately sent the link to allow them entry." Zain didn't send any communication prior to their arrival so I wasn't sure why they were here. Dash had a message for me which is why I allowed him to enter first." "Oh," Phoebe nodded. It seemed a wise precaution considering the situation they were in. "Do we have enough rooms in the packhouse for them?"

"Actually, it will be better to house them in the warrior barracks," Ben interjected. "They'll need to train alongside ours so they can be integrated with them. We'll also have to pair them up since we won't be able to mindlink with them directly." Some paragraphs are incomplete if you are not reading this novel on Narugi.com. Visit Narugi.com to read the complete chapters for free. The others nodded in agreement. Unless Dash and the others joined Blue Moon they wouldn't be able to access the pack link. They could mindlink with those in sight but to maintain a communication network they'd need a partner with Blue Moon's warriors.

"Who do we have that is good with coordinating and combined training?" Jason asked pulling Phoebe into his embrace allowing his scent to cover the warrior's that had transferred to her. He kissed her temple and nuzzled her making it clear to their visitor she belonged to him.

Phoebe seemed unaware of his possessive gesture welcoming his nearness and touch. Dash; however, understood perfectly. He knew he wasn't much of a challenge to an Alpha but if Phoebe expressed any desire to leave he still would have done what was necessary to help her escape. But it was easy to see Phoebe was comfortable in Jason's arms and welcoming to his advancements. It was also very clear Alpha Jason cherished his mate. His aura swirled protectively around her.

"Let's see," Luke thought aloud ignoring Jason's silent territorial claim. "Chaz is probably my first choice, though Noah and Cam are both experienced too."

It didn't surprise Jason Luke's top three picks had been part of the security team. There was a particular art for warriors to integrate and work with those from other packs without disrupting the chain of command already established at those packs. Chaz, Noah and Cam were veterans of such training.

"Chaz is teaching a class and Noah is a patrol," Luke looked at the daily rosters. "Cam should be free for lunch."

Jason nodded as Luke opened a link and summoned the trusty warrior. Cam had already proven loyal to his Luna. He would instill that loyalty into the newcomers and keep an eye on them for detractors. "So, I guess it's good you didn't join Strawberry Moon," Dash said after a moment looking to Phoebe who seemed completely at ease even in the arms of arguably the most powerful Alpha on the planet. She blushed, "I guess so. It wasn't easy but once Jason found me everything seemed to fall into place...even things I didn't understand. I'm glad I stayed and I wouldn't change where I am for anything." Jason's embrace tightened even as he winced at the thought of the troubles she endured because of her first mate. Dash could see his concern even without feeling the protective aura that surrounded Phoebe. "I'm glad you're happy," Dash said, "and safe. Rimrock didn't deserve your care and attention. And I'm glad to see Blue Moon treats you much better."

Dash glanced at the high-ranking wolves around him with a grateful nod. It didn't make what Rimrock did better but at least Phoebe had her peace of mind back. With a devoted Jason at her side she wouldn't suffer again. "Thank you," Phoebe smiled. "I certainly wouldn't want to go back but I wouldn't change this."

She leaned against Jason her hand involuntarily settling over her stomach as she thought about the news Máni revealed. Truthfully Phoebe was still adjusting to the idea but she couldn't wait until they could see and hear the life growing inside her. "Phoebe," Dash hesitated, "are you-"

Her eyes widened, realizing he picked up on her subtle gesture, "Oh...yes. At least, my wolf is pretty sure. But we're not telling anyone just yet because of...everything. Please don't say anything until we confirm it. I don't want everyone to get excited only to be disappointed."

"Of course," Dash assured her even as his mind reeled.

Jason's embrace tightened his hand covering hers as his chest rumbled with a possessive growl. One look was all Dash needed to confirm how protective the Alpha already was over the as of yet unconfirmed pregnancy and his potential progeny. The royal family was foolish indeed to threaten Blue Moon's Luna.

At a knock Dash jerked to attention. Ben opened the door allowing the warrior on the other side to enter. Cam nodded respectively before coming up short and staring at the stranger. His nostrils flared and they spoke at the same time," Mate."

Luke and Ben raised eyebrows, sharing dubious looks. Jason, too, seemed taken aback but Phoebe struggled to contain her mirth sensing the bond flaring between two wolves she viewed as close friends. Dash and Cam looked awestruck as both had all but given up replaceing their mates after years of searching. It was almost unfair to know now their mate had been waiting so close in a pack allied to their own.

"Umm," Jason cleared his throat, "Cam, this is Dash from Strawberry Moon. He and about a hundred warriors were sent by their Alpha to bolster our ranks. Dash, this is Cam. He'll be showing you and your warriors the ropes, integrating them with our forces and pairing them up. Any questions or...complaints?"

It didn't seem as if either warrior was listening. Eventually, the pair slowly nodded in acceptance not that Jason thought they'd protest. Cam suddenly jerked to attention glancing Jason's way but his gaze was on Phoebe. Dash followed the gesture a second later. He blushed lightly. Sheepishly the warriors departed to meet the Strawberry Moon warriors at their doorstep.

"What did you say?" Jason asked, suspicious of his Luna.

"Nothing," Phoebe chuckled, "I just let each of them know the other's favorite foods and a movie idea."

Jason stifled a laugh and hugged her tighter. No matter what situation they were surrounded by she delighted in the formation of new bonds and was eager to see them properly completed. Was that the innate purpose of the silver wolf? "Well, this should be interesting," Ben said. "Why?" Phoebe asked.

"Cam's always had a thing for pretty boys. He's never been attracted to a fellow warrior before," Ben chuckled.

"Pretty boy, huh?" Phoebe repeated. "Maybe I should show him some pictures of Dash when we were kids, although I wouldn't want to embarrass Dash."

"Really?" Ben pried.

"We used to say he was dashing," Phoebe said. "Quite a few she-wolves had a crush on him until they found out he wasn't interested."

Ben nodded, replaceing this information hugely interesting. Luke was not nearly as amused, saying, "As interesting as this is we've gotten off topic. Like that message Alpha Zain sent."

"Message?" Phoebe repeated, looking at Jason.

"You remember I told you about Ben's sister, Christina, right?"

"Yes," Phoebe nodded.

It pained her greatly thinking how badly Christina and her mother suffered at the hands of her own father. Phoebe couldn't begin to understand the amount of depravity the male possessed. Had their kind really fallen so far from the Moon Goddess that they would commit such atrocities? And the Goddess still tried to reach out to her wayward children?

"Well, her mate is Luna Chandler's sister," Jason continued. "They both like to travel so I've employed them as information gatherers and sometimes spies. They sent this message to Strawberry Moon, I assume because they aren't being watched as closely as we are. Alpha Zain passed it on to us."

Reluctantly Jason handed her the card allowing her to read it and process the information. Phoebe frowned. She looked up at Jason confused. What exactly did it mean?

"We're not sure," Jason answered the unasked question. "Clearly Chris and Em didn't want to say too much over an unsecured channel. But whatever they found warranted this message."

"I don't understand," Phoebe shook her head. "For the future? I don't understand. What am I supposed to do?"

"Shh," Jason embraced her, sensing her disquiet through the bond. "We're still not sure. We'll know more when they get here. Until them, I'm not taking any chances with your or our pup."

He pressed his forehead against hers feeling through the bond when she settled. Jason kissed her forehead. She was his future and he would protect it at all costs.

The phone blared to life startling them. Jason cursed under his breath. Couldn't they have a few minutes of peace? Luke picked up the receiver, "Blue Moon, Beta Luke, speaking...what? Yeah, he's here. Hold on, let me put you on speaker." When Luke glanced his way Jason had an immediate sinking feeling. He definitely wasn't going to like this call.