Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder)

Chapter 316

"I can't believe this is finally happening. After everything we've been through,

we're finally back to normal," I said in awe, looking at my shop. The exterior

looked stunning.

Looking at this shop, I felt a wave of pride and accomplishment wash over me.

This wasn't just a shop. This was a symbol of my fresh start, proof that I refused

to be knocked down.

"Are you ready?" someone shouted..

"We're ready!" Ama grabbed my hand and pulled me forward.

"Okay, here's what's going to happen. There will be a brief overview of the shop,

Kerensa will announce the ribbon cutting. That will be your cue to cut the ribbon.

After that, everyone will go inside. We'll do a quick tour, and then it's over. Any

questions? A man with a headset spoke as if I should know who he was.

I tried to stay focused, but my thoughts kept returning to Ryder. I watched his

every micro-expression, trying to read his thoughts. He looked supportive, but I

could feel his reservations. This created an uneasy feeling in my stomach.

"No," I said. I was pushed to the center, with only Kerensa beside me. "Can I

have my family stand with me?" I asked.

"Of course. Have them stand a little behind you." Kerensa waved everyone over.

Ryder stood right next to me, and Ama was there too. Penelope and Viola stood

in front of Logan and Leonard. This felt right.

When Ryder's arm wrapped around my waist, I felt conflicted emotions. His touch

still made me feel safe and loved, but our earlier conversation had created an

invisible barrier between us. I wanted to enjoy this moment, but I couldn't

completely let go of my worries.

The man held up three fingers, then two, then one...

of Xena's shop reopening. Earlier this

a random robbery.

her doors again." Kerensa turned to me.

means to you?"

was caught off guard. My heart rate accelerated, my brain spinning

my thoughts

with Ryder. Take a deep breath,

world to me. Customizing

a job. Today, no one can stop me

dreams."

changes have you made since

much

and I've added additional

hire

the future/I thought about the

about the legacy I wanted to build for this

the differences we

it sounds like we can

Kerensa stepped back and nodded

1. me.

cut

able to turn and walk into my

up. Photos hung

and even my computer was

and ready to

all this, warmth flooded my chest. This

with my

Chapter 316

camera, said a few

for inviting us! She

I wasn't short, but she towered over me,

high heels making her

taller.

working together,"

a business card, wrote

card, if you need another expert. I also

you want to discuss some business after

flirting with my

to burn, my wolf nature roaring in

looked at her, but I would never allow

attention."

don't think my husband will be

voice was sharper than I expected, but I

an eyebrow and pouted.

had no idea who she

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