Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Xena's POV

n my lips as I reached for my boots. He grinned,

*I thought you preferred me in my birthday suit?" I teased Ryder, a smile playing on lunging for me again, but 1 dodged him with a laugh.

"Oh, I definitely do," he replied, grabbing his shirt and pulling it over his head. "But I also enjoy the journey. You know, sering the good stuff before having to find it."

His eyes darkened as they followed my movements, and I knew exactly what effect I was having on him. I walked toward him slowly, deliberately running my fingers along my side, down past my thigh in a teasing gesture that made his eyes flash with desire.

He leaned against the couch, and I slid effortlessly between his legs, pressing my body against his. Ryder's hands immediately found my hips, gripping them firmly. My heart raced as my body instinctively responded to his touch.

"Mmm, I like that idea," Ryder murmured, his voice dropping to that husky tone that sent shivers down my spine. I wrapped my arms around his neck, pressing my chest against him while my fingers tangled in his light blonde hair. His breath was hot against my skin, making every nerve ending tingle.

"We could skip the barbecue," he whispered, his lips brushing against mine before trailing down my neck toward my exposed cleavage. His hands squeezed my breasts firmly, making me whimper. My body felt like it was on fire everywhere he touched.

Leaned in, whispering in his ear, "But, Alpha..." I felt him shudder, goosebumps spreading across his skin at the way I said 'Alpha, clearly affected by my tone.

at his neck. Just then, a knock at the door interrupted us. Ryder let out a

that thought," I whispered, giving him a

kill them," Ryder muttered, standing up and adjusting his pants before nodding that I could open

William and Ama stood in the doorway,

me into a hug while William shook Ryder's hand. Seeing Ama's smile warmed my heart, though my mind was

trying to share in their joy despite being distracted

you for dinner?

though I couldn't help feeling a little disappointed

ready if you

I need to discuss something with Xena really quick," Ryder said to William. My heart rate instantly picked

them ready,"

neck, spinning me around and kissing me hard. His other hand expertly unbuttoned my pants as he pushed me

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easily. My heart felt like