Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 284

Xena's POV

"Me too, Delphine replied with a smile.

I realized my life was about to return to normal, which filled me with relief. This was really over, I could start working out again, finally take that school exam I'd already missed twice. I could finally talk to Ryder about having children... or

maybe in a few years.

We're here, Delphine said, pulling me from my thoughts. As we approached the pack house, many women from both packs were standing there. Penelope and Ama stood waiting, waving happily at me. Seeing their familiar faces, I truly realized I was home, and warmth flooded my heart.

Before the car had even stopped completely, Penelope ran over and opened my door. "Xena!" She carefully helped me out. There were tears in her eyes as she reached out to hug me, then pulled back hesitantly. I was amused by her awkward movements, so I reached out with my right hand to touch her face, helping wipe away the tears that had fallen.

Im so happy you're okay!" Ama walked toward me. Surprisingly, there were no tears in her eyes, but there were dark circles underneath them. My expression turned sympathetic.

"I'm fine!" Ama didn't hug me either, just gently patted my back.

the women from Darkthorn Pack had gotten out of their cars and stood together, looking confused. Penelope smiled and walked up to

need anything, tell them and we'll prepare

all the women toward the pack house. Ama and I

I asked Penelope and Ama after everything was settled. Of course," Penelope smiled at me, and Ama nodded in agreement. Penelope helped support me

house had obviously been completely renovated. The only thing that remained the same was the flooring, and even there a huge carpet had been laid down. New paintings hung on the walls, new sculptures stood by the doors, and everything had even been painted with fresh paint. This was no longer the place that brought me

expression. This place had once been the source of my nightmares, and

like it?" Penelope

to my side and placed her hand on

the bad

voice trembled slightly, but I tried to control it. I needed to get

you visit here

happy to visit here now," I looked at

while Ama smiled and took my

This office is next, Penelope said, opening the door and sitting down at her desk. Ama helped me sit in an armchair first, then took the

began. Sitting up straight, I wasn't sure how to say it. "Actually, Ama, have you heard any news about