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.

Logan said in a

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

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

I have strict dress codes!" Martha trembled with anger. My heart sank. Here we go again-always

Ryder moved closer to me,

don't. She looks beautiful. It's her birthday, after all," Dad said. His voice carried

high, determined not to appear weak or intimidated, but Ryder decided

boy!" Martha

tone was dangerously calm. His stance was unwavering, his

said as Leonard walked

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,

got into our respective golf carts and headed toward the community center.

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massive banner read "Happy

I said as we got out. Part of me was surprised by the grandness of it all,

attention.

we walked in. Turning right, we had to wait to be announced. Leonard went in

in the small room. The tension in the air was suffocating. My heart raced, and I

daughter for once in your life!"

Ryder's face darkened,

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