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.

chuckled. "Calm yourself, Luna Martha. She's not being disrespectful, just direct. Very well, I wish to know your

discomfort and irritation. Always this question, always the

"I allow Xena to walk her own path.

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experiences as her peers. I've granted her a certain degree of independence because she's proven herself capable of handling it. That's all I'm willing to share

of the over-salted gravy. I felt a wave of gratitude wash over

understand and respect that. I would protect her too, if she were mine,"

finally responded.

gradually died down, and I was finally left alone. William and Ama were lost in their own little world. It was hard not to

sorry," Samuel leaned in to whisper

wine glass. This was

mental link. She hadn't officially transferred

we could still communicate.

"What's up?"

"I want to dance."

"Oh?"

least have a

smiled at me, then whispered something

with. William

have something to

to go dancing,"

not to get into fights this time," Alpha Benedict

blessing, the

going," Martha's sharp voice sliced

as she stood

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Logan spoke first. "Since when

My heart raced, feeling the tension building

started raising you little brats!"

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