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Don't Poke the Luna

Chapter 158

Xena's POV

"I have my ways to convince you," William joked, walking over to set up the movie.

"What is it?" I asked Ryder through our mind link, noticing his sudden tension.

He didn't answer, just handed me his phone. Taking it, I saw an emai displayed on the screen.

"Ryder, I'm requesting a meeting with you tomorrow afternoon to discuss my promotion opportunities within the pack. There are several positions available, and I'd like to apply for them and get your guidance. If 3 PM works for you, please let me know. Love,

Helen

Helen again. She always found ways to get close to Ryder. I shook my head, no longer angry about her tactics, just weary of them.

"How did you respond?" I asked, trying to keep my voice neutral.

Ryder ook the phone back, swiped a few times, then handed it to me again.

works. Luna Xena and I will both

don't you have your own

behind me. William turned off the

office. I need somewhere to handle my shop's accounts, and considering all the new responsibilities I'm taking on, having a space

it," Ryder wrapped his arm around me,

head against Ryder's chest. As he gently stroked my back, I closed my eyes and slowly drifted

was awake. In my foggy state, I just wanted to sink

and can hear

get here?" I mumbled, my

up, completely passed out." The mattress shifted as I felt Ryder stand

annoyance. I hated being dragged from good dreams, especially when I was enjoying comfortable

need to go

over my head. Just as I found a comfortable position, the blankets were

nearly screamed, shocked

at my expression but turned and

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Chapter 158

shower. However feeling particularly childish, I locked the bathroom door. To my satisfaction, I heard the doorknob rattle, knowing Ryder had noticed the locked door. This small act

hot water felt wonderful and definitely helped wake me up. The warm stream from the showerhead

you going to be?" Ryder called through the door, impatience

to hear him. Eventually, he walked away, and I

the closet, Ryder hadn't returned, so I put on a

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