Don't Poke the Luna (Xena and Ryder) novel Chapter 118

Ryder’s POV

“She didn’t buy it at all,” I said to Logan, frustration coursing through my veins. Xena always saw through our schemes.

“I knew she wouldn’t believe it easily, but I’m surprised she didn’t argue with me about it,” Logan sighed, turning toward Alpha Hank. His eyes held a concern I rarely saw from him, which only heightened my unease. “We absolutely cannot let Tatum get near her.”

“Agreed. His stunt at the party was nothing short of a direct challenge,” Alpha Hank finally showed his true emotions.

“What do you suggest? We can’t send warriors to beat him up. They’re no match, and Tatum will certainly have his men with him. That would be tantamount to declaring war,” my father leaned back in his chair.

“He walked into her shop and demanded Xena customize that piece of junk motorcycle of his,” I told everyone in the room, my voice trembling slightly despite my efforts to control it, The memory of him standing close to Xena made my blood boil.

“The fuck he is!” Logan exploded, slamming his fist on the table as he rose to his feet.

“I agree, she absolutely cannot accept his appointment. This whole mess started because of that,” Hank’s voice was firm.

“I think we need to call Alpha Wiley and discuss this matter concerning her. That’s a starting point,” my father sighed. “This way we can lay the groundwork.”

“Call him now,” I said, perhaps too forcefully. My father gave me a warning look, signaling me to calm down, but Logan spoke up.

“I agree. I want to hear this call.” Logan stated firmly, looking toward Alpha Hank. Alpha Hank gave a slight nod.

My father sighed and picked up the phone. “Put it on speaker,” I added as he dialed, my heart racing.

Ring!

Another ring!

“Alpha Benedict. Surprised to get your call.” Alpha Wiley’s voice echoed through the room, his superior tone making my blood boil.

“I believe a conversation between us is necessary,” my father said in an authoritative, professional tone. I knew he was controlling his anger. “Some matters have come to my attention that I find deeply concerning. I hope we can find a solution.”

“What issues?” Alpha Wiley sounded bored, as if our concerns were trivial, his arrogance making me clench my fists.

“Xena Harris.

“Ah, yes. My son has told me quite a lot about her.” This made my heart race, my chest tightening painfully.

“That’s precisely the problem. She is mated and marked to my son. She has no interest in your son, and I’m calling to demand that he stay away from her. He is not to enter her shop or speak to her for any reason,” my father’s voice was calm but resolute.

Alpha Wiley laughed dismissively. “Alpha Benedict, they only crossed paths by chance a few days ago. He’s spoken to her a total of twice. If his influence on her already has you intervening, I must question: why would that be? Perhaps he has indeed affected her emotionally?

This motherfucking asshole I cursed inwardly.

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Chapter 118

“I assure you, that’s not the case. She actually finds him repulsive, and his little trick at the party last night was equally disgusting. I don’t think I need to tell you that what your pack members did to viola was seriously crossing the line,”