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...

gather at the scene of Xena's shop reopening.

was the victim of a random

turned to me. "Xena, tell me

means to you?"

guard. My heart rate accelerated, my brain spinning fast.

say something meaningful, but my thoughts were still

with Ryder. Take a deep breath,

me. Customizing motorcycles is something I love

me, this isn't just a job. Today, no one can stop

dreams."

made since upgrading

the security system is much more advanced.

renovated, and I've added additional work

and hire more

about the

to build for this

differences we

cutting, it sounds like we can expect

the coming years." Kerensa stepped back

1. me.

scissors, I cut the ribbon,

I was able to turn and walk into my shop, I

Photos hung on the walls, lights

cabinets, and even my

ready to

warmth flooded my chest. This was my kingdom.

filled with my memories

Chapter 316

with the camera, said a few

inviting

she towered over

making her

taller.

together,"

and pulled out a business

is my card, if you need another

cell phone number, if you want to

she blatantly flirting with my man?

my wolf

I would never

attention."

take that. I don't think my husband

voice was sharper than I expected, but I didn't care.

raised an eyebrow and pouted.

who

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