The Alpha's Unwanted Luna (by Miss L) novel Chapter 265

Chapter 265

19 – Greta

Finn slid into the backseat, leaned his head against the headrest, and shut his eyes almost immediately. Well, it looks like the ride home will be a quiet one.

“Greta, you should get some rest too. It’s been a tough week for you, and the drive—”

“Don’t you dare finish that sentence,” I interrupted, shooting a sharp glance at Grant. “If you jinx us, I swear I’ll make your life miserable.”

Grant just rolled his eyes. “Yes, ma’am.”

“Seriously? You too?” I exclaimed.

“What?” He grinned, unable to hide his amusement.

“You’re not allowed to call me that, so cut it out.” I turned to look out the window, trying to hide the smirk tugging at my lips. I didn’t hate the title—it was just that Finn said it like it was some kind of insult.

“You let Finn call you that,” Grant pointed out, and I quickly glanced over my left shoulder to make sure Finn was still asleep.

“Shh! I don’t. He just doesn’t listen, and honestly, it’s not worth the argument.”

“Uh-huh, sure. That’s the story you’re sticking with,” he teased.

I gave his chest a playful smack. “Since when did you get so chatty? Don’t you usually just sit there, all stoic and silent, playing chauffeur?”

“I prefer to call it defensive driving, ma’am. And for your information, I do speak up plenty when the situation calls for it.”

“Get lost, Jeeves.”

“Only the Luna gets to call me that.”

“Fair enough, Jeeves.”

“Now shut up and get some sleep, ma’am. You’ve got a meeting with the alpha as soon as we get back.”

“We need to get Finn to the healers first. I want them to draw some blood, see if that poison—or whatever that crap was—is still in his system. He’s not back to one hundred percent, so I’m hoping there’s still some trace left.”

“Hoping? You’re hoping he’s still being poisoned? No wonder he’s irritated with you.”

“No! That’s not what I meant. Wait, when did he say he was mad at me?”

“I didn’t say mad, just irritated. And anyone who saw you two coming off the trail could tell he’s upset about something. The look on your face says you know why. Care to share? After all, he is the Luna’s favorite warrior now.”

“Take that back! I’m her favorite.” This time, I punched him lightly. At this rate, another one of Kennedy’s favorites was going to come back covered in bruises.

“Debatable,” he shrugged. “And she won’t be thrilled if you bring back a grumpy Finn.”

“Shut up. She’ll be fine. Did anything happen while we were out here?”

“Nothing related to the warriors. Training’s been going well. We’ve ramped up the intensity for the newcomers. Some of the rogues are surprisingly quick learners when it comes to our techniques.”

“That’s something I need to discuss with Ryker and the others. Janelle’s part of this new group, so we need to come up with an alternative strategy.”

“They’ve already started working on it after your SOS link. Border patrols have been adjusted. They’re focusing from the outside in, collaborating with Don, Nathan, and Rory. Josh said he’d fill you in when you get back.” I nodded and sent a quick link to Ryker.

“Hey, Boss. Got a minute?”

“But clearly, you were meant to have one.”

“I’m not meant for that. We both know it.”

“Clearly, the Moon Goddess thinks otherwise.”

“No! I won’t trap him. It wouldn’t be fair.”

“Why don’t you just talk to your mate and let him decide? He’s a smart guy.”

“You’re only saying that because your mate practically adopted him on sight.”

“Has she ever been wrong, in all the time you’ve known her?”

“No,” I grumbled.

“We’ll meet you at the hospital. Kennedy’s losing her mind over you both. She didn’t want to bother you after the fight, so she’s refusing to mindlink you.”

“Tell her she’s ridiculous, and we’ll see her soon.” I laughed. Kennedy treated mindlinking like some formal business call. She was so serious about it. I could have used the distraction while lying around for two days. I couldn’t wait to hug her though. She had this calming effect, just by being near.

“See you soon, Greta. And don’t hurt your mate before you get here.”

“F*ck you. I haven’t done anything.”

“Yet.”

“Again, f*ck you.”