Chapter 241: MOONLIT CHOICES

Nixx   She crossed her arms, leaning against the wall with a raised eyebrow. “And… I want the pup, but I cannot have a mate. I know what was said today, but I want to keep my gift. I want to remain an oracle forever. Nixx, do not expect anything from me.” She shook her head sadly as she approached me, looking up into my eyes. “When I was a pup, I was so in love with you that I just wanted you to notice me. I thought that if you did, things might change. But that was the day I became pregnant. That is not what I want now. You need a mate, but it cannot be me. I will have the pup, if that is what the moon decrees. But we should just stay friends. I am sorry.” Her words felt like a blow.   At that moment, I felt a mix of comfort and pain that I could not quite articulate. I reached out and pulled her into a tight embrace, wrapping my arms around her and holding her close to my chest. She was startled by the gesture, but I needed her to feel the depth of my feelings.   I leaned in close an