#Chapter 41: A Suitable Pair

Ava “Charmed, Alpha Chris.” Lily extended her delicate, gloved hand toward Chris, her pale blue eyes twinkling with a knowing sort of charm. As Chris politely took her hand and brushed his lips across her knuckles, I felt my heart sink ever so slightly—although I wasn’t entirely sure why. “I must admit, it’s a surprise to see you here, Miss Lily,” Chris said with a light chuckle. Lily let out a tinkling laugh that sounded like tiny wind chimes on a breezy day. “I hope it’s a welcome one.” “Certainly.” Chris turned toward me and gestured to me, his green eyes flashing with something I couldn’t quite read. “This is my Luna, Ava.” Before I could even open my mouth to respond, Lily raised an eyebrow. “Luna?” she asked, cocking her head to the side. “Congratulations. I didn’t know there had been a wedding.” I quickly shook my head, feeling the Elders shifting uncomfortably beside me. “Acting Luna,” I corrected. “Chris and I… We’re not…” My voice trailed off, and for the