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. Very well,

and irritation. Always this question, always the number and

discuss this," Dad interjected. "I allow Xena to walk her

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independence because she's proven herself capable of handling it. That's all I'm willing to share unless she ultimately mates

taking small bites of the over-salted gravy. I felt a wave

I would protect her too, if she were mine," Alpha

finally responded.

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

leaned in to

to my wine glass. This

link. She hadn't officially transferred packs yet,

we could still communicate.

"What's up?"

"I want to dance."

"Oh?"

at least have

at me, then whispered something

agreed with. William whispered in Ryder's

something to share?" Alpha Benedict caught

to go dancing," Ryder

not to get into fights this time," Alpha

blessing, the mood instantly

be going," Martha's sharp voice sliced

she stood

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first. "Since when are

My heart raced, feeling the tension building

raising you little brats!" Martha shot Logan a

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