The Luna Choosing Game

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.

“Much like diplomatic relations, we bring two different individualities together in a united front.”

bit into the stuffed mushroom. He hummed, then motioned to

good. Try

as he accepted his. Pride shone bright in his eyes, which warmed me up from the

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

accept it.

the table. “Whenever

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

We didn’t discuss

to ask her what she thought she was doing, but

bother glancing my way.

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

of the event.” Linda huffed. “But what kind

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and handed it to

and do as they are told,” Linda said. “That is why our display is the way

Queen nodded critically, as if they agreed with