Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 203

Chapter 204

Xena's POV

"Are you ready?" Ryder asked, his voice cutting through the silence of the bedroom.

I inhaled deeply, trying to steady the storm of emotions raging inside me. Standing before the closet, I hesitated for several seconds before deciding on a simple t- shirt and shorts-uncomplicated, just like my resolve in this moment.

Ryder grabbed two shoulder straps and held them out to me. It took few minutes to adjust them properly, but I had to grudgingly admit they helped ease the stiffness in my shoulders. While Ryder made his final preparations, I stood before the mirror, examining myself.

The fire burning in my eyes reflected back at me-that determination that comes after being hurt, after being violated. From this moment forward, I was taking control of my destiny.

"Yes, I'm ready. Come What may.",

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Ryder placed his hand at the small of my back, guiding

was unnervingly quiet. I figured it was still school hours, but the unusual silence only made my nerves more

Benedict's office, I could hear his voice through the

look at me, and I stepped forward. Because I wanted everyone here,"

Benedict seemed surprised as I brushed past him into the office without waiting for an invitation. Ryder was right behind me, and I could feel his authoritative aura expanding slightly. The door closed softly behind

Benedict, Luna Kestrel, William, and Logan were all present. Alpha Benedict had activated the speakerphone; my

Xena. Good to hear your voice. How are you holding up?"

Dad. I'm not here for pleasantries. walked to the front of the room. Ryder moved to the side but stayed close, arms crossed over his chest,

Dad's voice revealed his uncertainty about whether he wanted

I stated simply, looking directly into

from being kidnapped by Tatum. We won't be sidelined anymore. From now on, we will be involved in everything. Every decision and every

expressionless face, my eyes never leaving Alpha Benedict's as I stated each point. When I stopped speaking, the room was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. No one spoke. Dad remained silent. Alpha Benedict just narrowed his eyes, and Luna Kestrel looked shocked, sitting back in her chair. I couldn't see the

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