Chapter 99

Xena's POV

"Are you doing okay?" Ama pulled out a tissue, then dug into her bag and produced a white silky loose-fitting shirt with matching shorts. The back of the shirt had "Luna" emblazoned across it in elegant script.

"I have a matching set too, but mine doesn't say Luna! Ama held up her version, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"I love it," I whispered, feeling a rush of warmth spreading through my chest. It wasn't just the gift itself, but how Ama always seemed to know exactly what would resonate with me. Being Luna was still a new identity I was adjusting to, and this gift felt like an affirmation of that transition.

"Great! Now I'm going to shower, and we'll open the rest of the gifts when I get back!" She dashed out of the room before I could respond.

I grabbed the lotion and started moisturizing, slipping into the soft pajamas while my skin was still damp I was blow-drying my hair when Ama returned, her skin flushed from the hot water.

"Oh good, you've started already," she

"You wouldn't let me open presents," I replied, feeling a childlike anticipation bubbling inside me while simultaneously enjoying the suspense.

"Actually, we can wait until everyone's here."

"Fine." I smiled, knowing that gift-giving was Ama's love language, and I didn't want to ruin her excitement.

"Sit here." Ama pointed to the chair. I finished drying my hair and sat down. She started curling my hair, her fingers working with practiced precision.

A knock on the door interrupted us. Ama ran to answer it. A kitchen staff member stood there with a tray of fruit and vegetables.

"Alpha Ryder asked me to bring you ladies some snacks," she said, her voice respectful.

"Thank you," I replied.

"You're welcome, Luna Xena. If you need anything else, please let me know."

Luna, I still felt goosebumps rise on my skin.

"Odessa."

I smiled at her as she

Ama said, popping a strawberry into her

finished with my hair, she started working on

happy here?" The question emerged from somewhere

me.

deep question. What's wrong?" Ama looked at me through

so quickly, and. My voice trailed off, uncertain how to articulate the complex emotions swirling inside

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Chapter 99

I thought you were happy with Ryder. He treats you like a princess." Amak words hit the vulnerable spot in my

Ryder. And I like it here. It's just... everything is to new. I twisted the hem of my new shirt between my

you told him you love him?

I

Not just 'I love

1? I searched my

simply echoed the sentiment. i had never initiated that expression of my deepest feelings. The realization made me

is wherever Ryder is. What do you need to make this place fee like home?" Ama's question pierced straight to

sighed. The thought of being separated from him left an ache I couldn't

isn't going to disappear. It'll be a change, but it'll be a good change."Ama finished curling her

She gave me a smoky eye with perfect winged liner. My red lips would match my dress perfectly. Black earrings completed the look. Ama took down my curls, leaving a few strands to frame my face, and styled the rest into

up my artwork," Ama joked, then started doing her own

down to watch her work. She left

she finished her makeup, the door

said as he walked over to me. My heart raced-every time he

shouted as Ryder leaned in

but Ryder kissed me anyway. His kiss made me forget all my worries,

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