Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 33

Chapter 33

Xena's POV

Ama sat on the ground, rubbing her injured ankle in frustration. "Damn it," she muttered, clearly annoyed. William was still pacing back and forth, patrolling the area with watchful

eyes.

Leonard's girl-Cindy-looked much better than before. She was now clinging to Leonard, sobbing into his chest as he comforted her.

Ryder and I straddled the fallen tree trunk. He gently tilted my chin up as I kept my hands at my sides to avoid flashing anyone. His movements were incredibly gentle as he

removed pieces of glass from my face one by one.

"By tomorrow morning, most of these marks will be gone," I said, trying to make it sound

like no big deal.

"What about your ribs?" He completely ignored my comment, his eyes flickering with

concern I couldn't ignore.

"They don't hurt that much, actually," I said, while mentally debating whether to tell him

the truth-that each breath felt like a knife slicing through me.

"Probably still the adrenaline working," Leonard mumbled. Looking up, I saw him

watching Ryder's "work" intently.

"Hmm," Ryder hummed softly. He'd moved to my neck and collarbone, even having to shift

my T-shirt. "Anywhere else?"

my shirt open with one hand to check.

wasn't about

Leonard joked. His date immediately slapped him

arm.

“What? It's not like

with a laugh as I adjusted my position, no longer straddling the log but sitting with my legs

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Chapter 33

you two mates? The chemistry between you is really good,"

between Ryder and me.

I felt a

saying nothing.

don't turn eighteen until Friday," I told her, keeping my voice flat despite the thoughts

clearly wanted

far to the pack house?" Ama suddenly interrupted. I appreciated her

and felt relieved.

wait a bit longer." William and Ryder were walking around like they were searching for danger. The hooting of an owl made me think the

more the adrenaline faded, and the soreness crept in. My back ached no matter what position I tried. After a

ground. The dirt wasn't the most comfortable, but it was better than the tree trunk. I

to

okay?" Opening my eyes, I found Ryder looking at me. His hand twitched like

my eyes,

quiet of the night.

some point, Ama joined me, and we huddled together.

voice boomed, vibrating through

up, waving at my

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