Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Don't Poke the Luna

Chapter 100

Xena's POV

Ryder shrugged, his expression deliberately casual as he leaned against the doorframe. I picked Italy."

"What?" My heart skipped a beat as I

at him, not daring to belleve what I'd just heard,

Ryder said, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth as he watched my reaction.

"We're going to Italy for our honey

"Thank you!" I couldn't contain my excitement, throwing myself at n with such force that he had to take a step back to catch me. Pure joy bubbled up inside me like a geyser. This was literally the place I'd been dreaming about! Ever since I'd seen pictures of those ancient cities and breathtaking coastlines, I'd wanted to witness them with my own eyes.

"Don't mess up my masterpiece!" Ama shouted from behind me.

Ryder caught me easily, his strong arms wrapping around my waist as he pressed his lips to mine. The smug satisfaction radiating from him was impossible to miss, but I couldn't bring myself to care

"Now open our gifts," William sighed, shaking his head at our public display of affection, but I could see the fondness in his eyes.

"You still haven't guessed my IQ correctly," I reminded them, trying to keep a straight face.

I caught Ama flashing four fingers to William. "Hey! That's cheating! I called out, secretly amused by her antics.

"147?" William asked hesitantly.

"Nope." I picked up the envelope they'd handed me earlier and carefully opened it. Inside was a gift card with "Italian Shopping Extravaganza" written in elegant script.

for me or for yourself?" I laughed, tears

wear anything you currently own to Italy. But I'm going to enjoy

called out as I disappeared

head back

and gave

him a thumbs up.

body, making me look both elegant and seductive. The fabric felt smooth against my skin, the cut leaving little to the imagination while- still maintaining a touch

to Ryder through our mental

His response was brief, but I

me.

the closet, only Ryder remained in the room. He'd changed into a sleek black suit with a crimson tie that perfectly matched my dress. His broad shoulders filled out the suit impeccably, making him look powerful and commanding. His

in every detail. I deliberately slowed my steps, enjoying the heat in his eyes. "I'm not

darkened instantly, meeting mine with an intensity that made my breath catch. I could

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to spill

seated, his face expressionless.

through our mental connection, a hint of uncertainty creeping into my

he stood and embraced me. His body heat penetrated the

eyes gouged out by me. This evening better end quickly so I can take you back and make sure you

heart raced. "So you like it?" I asked playfully, already knowing

fits your body like a glove. Fucking sexy." His hands slid from my hips upward, then back down again. Each touch sent electricity shooting through

said softly, reveling in the feel of his fingertips against

Ama emerged from the closet, admiration

I'm hoping for," I laughed,

me.

opened the door and walked in, dressed in a royal blue suit. Ama, you look

me as if I

hand, and we walked out of the room together. I felt like the most beautiful girl in the world,