Chapter 75 - Supernatural Committee

I met up with my father and he escorted me to our table. Jackson and Paige were waiting for us. "After dinner, Ulrich wants a private chat" Dahlia says to her father. "Oh, does he now" My father replied. "He wants to speak to both of us. I can only assume, he will make his intentions known" Dahlia states. We sat down for dinner and it was very luxurious. Seared Lamb chops, risotto, and grilled asparagus, that's what was served to us creatures, that didn't live off fruit or blood. "Dahlia take your time and make him wait" my father says. "Okay, I don't mind, having dessert too" Dahlia said mischievously. We eat our dishes and the meat melts in your mouth. The risotto has great flavor, but mine was burnt a little. The asparagus had perfect grill marks, and it was seasoned perfectly. I ate it all up. About a half hour later server's came with dessert charts. I chose chocolate mousse. It had a generous amount of whipped topping and had shaved chocolate pieces all over the top. Out of all the desserts, that's the only one I could recognize. My father and guards chose the same dessert. We sat there eating. It was the perfect ending to our dinner. I do as my father instructed and I make sure to waste as much time as possible. Lord Ulrich and his goons can, just wait. If playing along wasn't enough. he thinks he has the audacity to summon me to private chambers. A real man, would spew his intentions for all to hear. "Dad, it's now been 2 hours since dinner started" Dahlia said. "I think that's enough time to make him wait" My father says. "Jackson and Paige, you will come with us, but I guarantee, Ulrich will demand the guards to stay out" My father say. "If this happens, play the role and just wait for us outside the chambers" My father said again. "Okay, let's get going" Dahlia said. The four of us stand from our table. As suspected. Lord Ulrich noticed right away. We watch as he speaks to the other council members. The 5 of them stand and start for a doorway, we follow suit. As we approach where the council members were seated, Lord Ulrich is there waiting for us. "Luna, so glad to have this meeting. How was dinner?" Ulrich asks. "It was fine, but my risotto was burnt. I quite enjoyed dessert" Dahlia said. "I'm so sorry to hear that" Lord Ulrich says. He hand motions for a sever to come here and he whispers in his ear and the sever takes off towards the kitchen. "Shall we" Ulrich says offering his arm for me to hold. I wanted to kick him in the face, but I gracefully bow and accept his arm. Before we start to walk, he looks at my dad and says "Ethan, have your guards stay here, it's a private conversation and secrecy is most important" Lord Ulrich spews out of his mouth. Good call dad. Dahlia looks at her guards and says "Please, wait for us here, if there's a problem come get us" Dahlia says looking at Ulrich. My guards bow and say "As you wish, Luna". "Now, we've settled it, let's get going" Lord Ulrich says. I nod my head in agreement and he walks us to where we are holding the conversation. "After you" Lord Ulrich says as he holds the door for me. "Thank you" I say with a smile. Waiting for us, there's 5 council members seated and one other person besides Ulrich. "Dahlia stay on guard and don't let them push you around" my wolf says. "I will do my best" Dahlia says back to her wolf. "Whatever you do, don't loose control" my wolf said. "Raven Star, I will do my best" Dahlia reassured her wolf. "Ladies and Gentlemen, This is Luna Ravenwood" Lord Ulrich announces. "I can see, the want. greed and desire in all of there eyes. Maybe they are excited to finally meet me? No, it's not that simple. Lord Ulrich goes and takes his seat. The one random person stands next to him. "Now, let us make introductions" Lord Ulrich States. The women on the far end, stands and say "It's nice to finally meet you, your royal Luna, my name is Emily, and I am in charge of Shapeshifters" The lady says with a bow and then sits once more. A man, seated to Emily's right stands up, and I already don't like him "Good Evening, Luna, I am Albus, I am in charge of Vampires" he says with a bow, and then sits. The woman to his right stands and says "I am Athena, mother to all that is Fae, it's nice to finally meet you" she bows and takes her seat. The man next to her stands and says "I am, Benedict, I am in charge of all that is undead, a pleasure to meet you" he says with a bow and sits back down. The lady next to him stands and says "Royal Ravenwood heir, it's a pleasure. I am in charge of witches and warlocks" She says and take a seat. Lord Ulrich stands and says "I'm lord Ulrich, we've already met, but I am the lord of all werewolves" he says and sits back down. Dahlia takes in the information they provided. "Nice to meet you, but Lord Ulrich, who stands beside you, without an official greeting" Dahlia says with annoyance. "Oh I'm so sorry" Lord Ulrich tries his best to earn back brownie points. The figure steps forward and say "Hello, I am Amelia, and I am the council's witch" as she goes back to her place beside Ulrich. "Hello, everyone" Dahlia says. "Let's cut to the chase and tell me why you've brought me here" Dahlia says glaring at Ulrich enough to make him squirm. "Ah right, we wanted to check on the progress you have been making" Ulrich says. "Progress on what? Stop being vague, I have little patience left" Dahlia said sternly. "We learned on the recent attack on Ravenwood and wanted to see if your pack has recovered" Ulrich states looking to his colleagues to engage them in the conversation. "We learned your foster mother was killed" Emily states with sympathy. Dahlia let's a low growl from her belly, that put the council on edge. "My mother, not foster mother, her name is Emma, sister to my birth mother" Dahlia said angry. "Apologies, here as council members, we don't have every detail. No disrespect was meant" Emily said gracefully. "Apology accepted. It's still really fresh for me" Dahlia says softly. "That's very understandable" Athena says with sadness in her eyes. "Lady Emma, was such a gentle soul" Athena said again. "Here, here!" Benedict adds. Ulrich looks like he's getting annoyed as Dahlia is charming the council members. "Now, moving on, we also know that a strong leader, needs a strong union. Have you found your mate yet?" Lord Ulrich asks bluntly. Apparently, the council was caught off guard as they stare at him after his statement. "Lord Ulrich, I have not looked for a mate, as I just became of age" Dahlia replies back. "Nevertheless, it's tradition for an Alpha or Luna of any pack to make a union to fortify the pack" Ulrich spews. "Being here before council, we make note that you're an unwed Luna" Ulrich announces. Lord Ulrich is actually suprised that Dahlia is unaffected by his words. "Lord Ulrich, please do not talk down to me, like I am an uneducated child. I know the traditions, laws and all history of wolves. I am exercising, my right as a royal Luna to mourn and to be wed at 21" Dahlia gracefully puts Ulrich in his place. Some members of the council chuckled as Dahlia stood up to Ulrich. "No disrespect intended Lord Ulrich, but know I do have the best interests of my pack in mind" Dahlia says with a graceful bow. Ulrich, seems to lighten up a bit. "Council also makes note, that Luna Ravenwood, will be in mouring and be wed by 21. Does the council agree" Lord Ulrich says annoyed. "Aye" the council states. "I'd also like to make note, that if Luna Ravenwood, does not fulfill her obligations, that she will concede her pack lineage over to the council" Lord Ulrich States. The council was shocked by this statement. "So be it" Dahlia says bowing, accepting his comment. This was even more surprising to the council, they were expecting some kind of rebellion. Her calm behavior, just pissed Ulrich off more. "If there's nothing else, we should head back. We leave tomorrow morning" My father chimes in. "Sir, Ethan, how rude of us to not include you" Albus states. "I remember when you were just a lad" Albus says beaming. "Nice to see you, Lord Albus" my dad said. "Lord's and Ladies, if you'll please excuse us, My daughter needs her rest" my father said gracefully. "Of course, please go rest, you have such a lovely daughter" Athena beams. "How gracious of you" My father said respectfully. You could almost see the steam coming out of Ulrich's ears, he wasn't happy that he didn't get his way and that Dahlia and Ethan charmed the other council members. "Now, if you'll excuse us" my dad said with a bow. My dad takes my hand and we both bow before the council and then we take our leave. We make our way back to the dining area, where Jacksin and Paige are waiting. "Dahlia, you were great!" my father said. "Are you sure? I was trying to be royal and not get pissed off, while standing my ground" Dahlia said chuckling. "A perfect performance" my dad said. "I think we won over the council" My father said. "Let's go back to the suite, I'm over tonight" Dahlia said. "Sounds good to me, we leave first thing in the morning" My father said. "Thank god" Dahlia replied. We made our way back to our suite. I rushed to my bed and grabbed my hoodie and sweats and rushed into the bathroom. I take my dress off and I head to the shower. I can still smell that troll on me. Dahlia scrubs down in the scolding hot shower. She is only in there a few minutes before she gets out. She puts her Hoodie and sweats on and heads out, holding her dress skirt, shoes and dress in her hands. "Let me help you!" Jackson says rushing over. Jackson walks over to the room divider and puts my dress back in its travel bag. "All put away" Jackaon says. "Jackson can you unzip me, I'm stuck" Paige says. "Oh! of course!" Jackson says rushing to Paige's aid. Dahlia chuckles. "Yeah. I've been there too!" Dahlia states. I'm going to try and fall asleep. I'm pretty tired after not really sleeping last night. "Goodnight" my father and guards say. I make my way to bed and I drift off right away.