Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Xena's POV

I took a deep breath, trying to make my voice sound steady and reliable as I addressed the frightened faces before me.

"You'll be heading to Alpha Hank and Alpha Logan's pack," I explained to the mother clutching her child's hand tightly. "Logan is my twin brother, and that's the pack where I grew up. Penelope is there waiting for you and will transfer you to the safe house until we can ensure your safety here."

She didn't ask any more questions, just nodded and continued soothing her child. I watched them, feeling a mixture of determination and sadness rise in my chest. No matter what, I had protect them-protect everyone.

Delphine gave me a nod before closing the door.

"Here you go," Ama approached, handing me a list. We had arranged for sixty- five people to ride in these vans. I knew they were. cramped, but comfort wasn't my priority right now. Survival was.

After signing the paper, I handed it to Delphine, silently praying everything would go smoothly. "Drive carefully. Go fast, but stay safe.

"Here's a walkie-talkie to keep track of things. We'll let you know when we arrive," Delphine said, handing me the device before closing the door. I stepped back, watching the vans start up and drive off in different directions, my heart heavy with prayers for their safe arrival.

My gaze fell on the pack members standing around waiting for instructions, their eyes full of trust and expectation.

their destinations. Please, sit down

know."

I heard Ama say softly beside me. She looked at me

needs matter more than mine," I gave her a small smile, watching as she first walked, then broke into a run toward William,

good thing for her," Luna Kestrel said, coming to

thing to do," I replied, my heart aching for Ryder while also feeling relieved that Ama and her baby would have less

we stood outside before the walkie-talkie crackled to

Delphine's voice

"Wilson normal."

"Eden normal."

their presence. I only managed to breathe properly when

confirm each pack member and for them to

down," Luna Kestrel

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Chapter 219

Some kids were still running around playing while others had