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.

She's not being disrespectful, just direct.

churned with discomfort and irritation. Always this question, always the number

walk her own path. Yes, most rumors

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she's proven herself capable of handling

of the

respect that. I would protect her

finally responded.

alone. William and Ama were lost in their own little world.

in to whisper in my

gave him a small smile before turning back to my wine glass. This was dinner,

mental link.

we could still communicate.

"What's up?"

"I want to dance."

"Oh?"

least

smiled at me, then whispered something in William's ear. Whatever she

with. William whispered

have something to share?"

go dancing,"

not to get into fights this time," Alpha Benedict shook

the

won't be going," Martha's sharp

as she

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spoke first. "Since when are we

heart raced, feeling the tension building in

started raising you little brats!" Martha shot Logan a

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