Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 29

Chapter 29

Xena's POV

Thankfully, Alpha Benedict ignored her provocation.

"I find it quite impressive. You should be proud of yourself. Ryder mentioned you also manage dances, spelling bees, and various activities while taking advanced courses," he

said.

I stole a glance at Ryder, whose expression remained impassive. My heart quickened

involuntarily, wondering why he'd mentioned these things to his Alpha.

"Yes, sir. I like keeping busy. I honestly wouldn't know what to do with myself if I had too

much free time," I offered him a polite smile.

"I can think of a few things you could be doing..." Martha muttered under her breath.

Everyone continued to ignore her, and I inwardly smirked. The woman was insufferable,

but at least everyone had the sense to recognize her jealousy for what it was.

The meal service had been completed. An open-faced roast beef sandwich with mashed

potatoes made my mouth water. Despite the tense atmosphere, my stomach honestly reminded me that I was hungry.

"I heard you're exceptionally intelligent. Is that true?" Ah, he was probing.

"I appreciate your interest, but I'd prefer if you'd just ask what you really want to know... sir." I met his eyes, my tone even but firm.

"Xena Harris! So disrespectful!" Martha stood up to scold me.

being disrespectful, just direct. Very well, I wish to

with discomfort and irritation. Always this question,

not discuss this," Dad interjected. "I allow Xena to walk her own path. Yes, most rumors are true-she could have skipped to university, but

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a certain degree of independence because she's proven herself capable of handling it. That's all

continued taking small bites of the over-salted gravy.

that. I would protect her too,

finally responded.

alone. William and Ama were lost in their own little

leaned in to whisper in

glass. This was dinner, and it was almost 9 PM now; going

Ama," I said through our mental link. She hadn't officially transferred

we could still communicate.

"What's up?"

"I want to dance."

"Oh?"

least have

something in William's ear.

William

you kids have something to share?" Alpha Benedict

to go dancing," Ryder

not to get into fights this time," Alpha Benedict shook his head. With

the mood instantly

won't be going," Martha's sharp

she stood

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"Since

feeling

brats!" Martha shot

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