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.

cars and stood together, looking confused. Penelope smiled and

here will help you bathe, change clothes, and eat! Please follow them. If you need anything, tell them and we'll prepare it for you!" Penelope's voice was incredibly warm and welcoming-she was

women toward the pack house. Ama and I stood quietly to

everything was settled. Of course," Penelope smiled at me, and Ama nodded in agreement. Penelope

New paintings hung on the walls, new sculptures stood by the doors, and everything had even been painted with fresh

expression. This place had once been the source of my nightmares, and now it had become so... warm. I felt a complex

like

speechless. Ama came to my side and placed her

wanted to erase all the bad memories and replace them with

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

visit here now?"

to visit here now,"

walked ahead while Ama smiled and took my hand as we

sitting down at her

sure how to say it. "Actually, Ama, have you heard any