The Luna Choosing Game

He motioned for the Queen, who stepped forward. “Maintaining diplomatic relations is one of the most

essential rules for a Luna. Finding common ground with those often considered to be your enemies is a

vital piece of this diplomacy.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty,” Nathan said.

The girls and I clapped politely.

“Now, we will announce the winners of this event. This pair has shown the best overall cooperation, as

well as individual talent in both cooking and presentation.”

“It’s not going to be me,” Susie said softly, worrying her hands together.

I whispered to her, “At least your partner knew how to cook.”

Susie smiled a little and it felt like a victory.

“The winners are.” Nathan paused for dramatic effect. “Olivia and Megan!”

Olivia gasped, then laughed in faux disbelief. She pulled Megan beside her into a sideways hug. They

the contact, though they

us clapped, as directed by the producers.

amount of time for clapping was over,

ladies, and be

to the front, Nathan added, “This win will earn you each a personal date

and princes congratulated the two girls in turn, while the rest

watch.

girls. Which of

Olivia had the same

seemed to

and laughed.

microphone to Nicholas. “Surely you have something to say to the

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accept.” He handed the

confused a moment. Had he expected him to say more?

Susie whispered. “He looks so worn out.”

I agreed

to take Elva to

around for a while, talking with Susie and helping

as Susie was, but was friendly enough when we spoke.

hoping for a date with Joyce.” Susie said, which made Jessica

“No one seems interested in him.” Softer, she added, “But