Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 196

Xena's POV

Tatum rushed to the window, then turned back to me. "This isn't over. I'll be waiting for you. Just when you think you're safe, I'll catch you." His threat came out as a whisper before he bolted out of the building.

Ryder had been right. Barely fifteen seconds later, flashbangs exploded, blinding white light forcing my eyes shut. I heard countless footsteps, doors being kicked in. I could sense people flooding in from different directions.

After a moment, I managed to squint through the brightness. Men in tactical gear surrounded us. The officer in front removed his mask, revealing William's face,

Every pore in my body trembled. Finally, we were saved! I exhaled deeply, tears already forming in the corners of my eyes.

William and another pack member quickly cut through the chains binding Ryder and me.

"Ryder, her shoulder's dislocated," William said, trying to keep his voice low. "Damn it," Ryder cursed. "I'm sorry, this is going to hurt."

"Let's do both at once," I said.

"What?" Ryder asked.

"Reset both sides simultaneously."

"Luna... you-" William began.

"Just do it, William." My eyes locked with his.

He frowned but nodded. Kneeling down, he positioned himself. "I need to touch you to do this."

and Ryder and William placed their hands on my shoulders

"One, two-CRACK!"

as feeling rushed back into my arms. They gently pulled my arms back into place, then Ryder secured them against my body

else dislocated?"

I answered,

fight it. Just pass

"Not until I'm home."

"Xena, you need-"

out, I woke up here. No,

sat back down. "Damn it." He placed his hand on his side. "Broken ribs. Gritting his teeth, he stood up and

me

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Chapter 196.

"Where's Logan?" I asked.

pack," William said beside

you get him to stay

"It wasn't easy."

Wind tousled my half but seeing our vehicles and the personnel around was the most beautiful

day is it?" I asked as William opened

"Thursday."

me. Someone was already in the

spot.

"All set?" Ryder asked.

to move,"