Chapter 101

Xena's POV

William wrapped his arm around Ama's shoulder, pulling her closer, they were lost in their own little world, completely oblivious to our existence. I couldn't help but smile at their obvious happiness.

Ryder kept one hand on the steering wheel, the other resting comfortably on my thigh. I traced my fingers over his palm, a small smile playing on my lips. The feeling of contentment in this moment was so real, so tangible that it felt like the entire world had brightened.

"What are you thinking about?" Ryder asked through our mind link.

"Just how happy I am," I answered through the connection, still amazed at how naturally we could communicate this way.

"Good. One simple words, yet they melted my heart completely.

The car rolled to a stop in front of my pack house. We spotted Logan and Penelope standing outside, waiting for us.

"What?" Ama shouted, clearly shocked by the unexpected pairing.

I jumped out of the car and ran toward them, excitement bubbling inside me. "I'm so happy for you guys!" I threw my arms around Logan in a tight embrace. Ama came up behind me and hugged Penelope. Both of them had fresh marks-mating marks-on their necks. They had completed the ceremony and were officially mates. My heart swelled with genuine joy seeing their happiness.

"X?" Dad's voice called from inside the house.

I was about to run in when Logan grabbed my arm. Looking at him, he shook his head slightly, then handed my arm to Ryder.

her," Logan said in a

firmly against him just as Dad walked out. An uneasy feeling crept up

You look beautiful!" Dad came over and gave me a hug, then shook Ryder's hand. That's when Martha emerged

are you wearing? I have strict dress codes!" Martha trembled with anger. My heart sank. Here

and Ryder moved closer to

looks beautiful. It's her birthday, after all," Dad said.

determined not to appear weak or intimidated, but Ryder decided she was

boy!" Martha

enough." Ryder's tone was dangerously calm. His stance was unwavering, his

said

calmly moved to stand behind me. Dad grabbed Martha's arm and pulled her away. Logan led Penelope, following Leonard. Ryder and I were right behind them, with Ama

got into our respective golf carts and headed toward the community center. The carts formed a line as

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got out. Part of me was surprised by the grandness of

attention.

to wait to

tension in the air was suffocating.

can't you be a good daughter for once in your life!" Martha snapped at

face darkened,

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