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.

the building is a mechanical factory, my team will handle planting the bombs. You'll be responsible for

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

of waiting until the ball?" I

the place is full of their business operations will create maximum impact. We have someone posing

cost? Would innocent people get hurt? These questions swirled in my mind, but I knew there was no turning back

step?" Ryder asked, his voice breaking through my

"He'll install an upgraded security system that will alert us to any drones or movement within a two-mile radius. They're motion detectors, so any animal could trigger them. Regardless, someone needs to monitor

where Leonard

finalizing all

Beta?"

after he proves himself, Logan answered. The news made me happy for Leonard, yet worried about the dangers ahead. If

urgency from

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