Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 255

Xena's POV

Long enough. Wiley walked closer to me, his presence making my skin crawl. "Long enough to know every weakness, every routine, every blind spot in your precious pack's defenses,

Tatum's grip on my arm tightened as I instinctively tried to step away from Wiley. "You see, Xena, this isn't just about revenge anymore. This is about the future. About evolution."

"Evolution?" I spat. "You mean genocide."

"I mean progress." Wiley's eyes gleamed with fanatical fervor. The old ways are dying. Pack territories, traditional leadership, the moon god-all of it is obsolete. The future belongs to those who embrace technology, who use science to

enhance what nature gave us."

"You're insane."

"Am I?" He gestured around the room. "While your precious pack relies on ancient rituals and territorial disputes, we've created an army. We've weaponized the very air you breathe, the water you drink. We can kill from miles away without ever setting foot on your land."

Let the real show begin," Alpha Wiley said as he stepped out the door and walked deeper into the hallway.

faces, I wasn't going to like what was about to happen. The hallway was dark, but I could hear footsteps coming from down the corridor that sounded more urgent

Wiley put his finger to his lips, signaling for me to stay quiet. The room was pitch black except for a single chair positioned in the

me?” an unfamiliar male

come in. I believe you know

thud before the lights came on. William was thrown to the ground, landing face up. "Actually, you might not know this young lady, Xena. Let me introduce you, after all,

His rough grip made my scalp burn, but I forced myself

the bearded man in front of me and recognized him as Tom. After a brief moment of

away,

calm expression throughout. "I don't know these people,"

an electric chair, and the warriors violently tore at Tom's clothes, connecting electrodes to his nipples, his head,

sank. Though I had considered this possibility before,

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Chapter 255

than we had

you doing?" Tom shouted

Roderick..." Alpha Wiley began.

spoke, I jumped. Tatum looked down at me and smiled. His find grabbed my ass, pulling me toward him. "Don't worry, baby. This will be over soon, and I'll comfort you," he whispered in my

my stomach. I