Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 206

Xena's POV

Alpha Benedict's office door opened, and Luna Kestrel poked her head out, gesturing for us to enter. That's when I realized where Leonard had gone.

Ryder stood before his father with his arms crossed, back straight as rod, determination flashing in those green eyes I'd grown so familiar with. Logan and I remained behind him, fully aware this conversation had evolved beyond just my situation—it was now about power dynamics and who would be included in them. This felt more like a chess match between father and son than a simple meeting.

"We've reached an agreement," Alpha Benedict announced. "You two an attend any meetings and receive all information, but final decisions will be made by me." His voice carried that unnistakable Alpha authority that made my spine stiffen automatically.

"As long as you understand our opinions won't be dismissed and we have equal say," Ryder responded, his voice steady yet powerful. "You need to respect the fact that our lives are

le ones at risk. Youve been grooming me to take your place.

"Which is precisely why won't hand over power when things are this dire," Alpha Benedict replied with unexpected calmness.

"Good. Now that's settled, we need to finalize tonight's plans," Dad's voice came through the speaker.

Alpha Benedict told my father. "Since the building is a mechanical factory, my team will handle planting the bombs. You'll be responsible for dealing with

word made my heart sink deeper as memories of my captivity flooded back- the helplessness, the desperation. Revenge was now within reach, but why didn't it taste

to move a day early instead of waiting until the ball?" I

the place is full of their business operations will create maximum impact. We have someone posing as a vehicle delivery to get inside. That car will be rigged. Third, and most importantly, we

cost? Would innocent people get hurt? These questions swirled in my mind, but I knew there was

step?" Ryder asked, his voice breaking through

someone who's coming tomorrow," Logan said. "He'll install an upgraded security system that will alert us to any drones or movement within a two-mile radius. They're

Leonard went?"

finalizing

your Beta?"

answered. The news made me happy for Leonard, yet worried about the dangers ahead. If anything happened, I wasn't sure I

Have we made any progress there?" couldn't keep the urgency from my

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