FakeNovelChapter 69 Ryder's POV "Not like that," Logan said, leaning against the hospital wall. "Samuel's always been like a big brother to her. Sure, they hook up occasionally, but it never goes beyond that." His voice dropped lower. "I ordered Samuel never to take it further. She doesn't know about that part. But when Martha is at her worst, she does use him to relieve the stress. Samuel knows this, but he fell for her anyway." I felt my wolf stir at the thought of another man touching Xena, but I pushed the jealousy aside. "Good to know." "Do you love her?" Logan asked bluntly.
"Yes." I answered without hesitation.
Logan nodded, seemingly satisfied with my response. "Good. She needs a strong man to take care of her. I know I can't play that role forever." He ran a hand through his hair. "I'll try to stay out of the way, but damn it, I'll always be there for her. After the Rogue attack, seeing her injured like that-I'll never forget it." I stared at the ceiling, recalling the aftermath of the fight. "I was hoping to make it back to the pack before I passed out. Honestly, I didn't even feel the pain at first. All I could think about was getting her home, making sure she was safe." The memory still sent chills through me.
"She won't be going to school tomorrow-it's Wednesday." Logan shifted his weight. "Truth is, she could have tested out of high school back in eighth grade." "I'm guessing you'll increase security on Friday?" I asked, thinking ahead to the upcoming pack event.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Yes." "I'll send my men too." "We'd appreciate that." "Anything for her," I said quietly.
1/4 Chapter 69 "Shere." Logan's voice matched my intensity.
I cleared my throat. "Listen, about Samuel... I'm sorry. Really. Losing yourbestfriend Beta must be tough." Logan looked over at Xena sleeping peacefully, then nodded. Withhaasiigh, he extended hand to me. "I should go. I'll get you both new phones tomorrow.Ittaketthis one for analysis." "Thanks, man." Logan's face suddenly went blank. "Get William in here." I didn't know what Logan had planned, but I reached out through our mind link. here," I called to William.
Within moments, William rushed in from outside, approaching us. Without warning, Logan delivered a perfect right hook that sentt Williamoralingttotthe floor. William curled up in pain, clutching his stomach ass Logamoronotizeddown and grabbed his shir yanking him close.
"You'd better watch what you say around mysister,ontthere'll be more blood next tLogan released him and stepped over hissbodyyasshitewalked out.
"Damn," William groaned, struggling to his feett.
"You deserved that," I said, glaring atthim.
"Yeah, I know." William rubbed his jaw. "Iltfiought you were dead, man. You were cover in blood, completely lifeless." "Need one of my girl's tampons?" I smirkoll "Your girl, huh?" "I believe so." "She'll make one hell of a Luna." "She will. Maybe you'll live to seeitt.
Chapter 69 William leaned against the wall. "When can you leave this place?" "I'm getting out tomorrow no matter what. I'm only staying because she's sleeping." "Ama's pissed at me." I sighed. "We need to talk about her." "Damn it." "You need to let her do things her way, not your mother's way. Let her try new projects, figure things out for herself. Stop constraining her." "Is that your idea or the Luna-to-be's over there?" "Both."
"Fine. I'll ease up," William sighed. "I'm on guard duty. That's mypunishment Benedict took Ama hafter she torea new one." "Good. Go stand guard and letsleep." I wasn't tired, but I didn't want to talk anymore. William was about to leave when he paused, looking back at me. "I'm glad you're okay. I'm sorry for how I acted." "I'm not the one who needs your apology," I said, though his loyalty warmeddespite my cold exterior.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWilliam nodded and left the room, closing the door behind him.
I lay back on the bed, closing my eyes and quickly drifting into sleep. Nightmares
of Xena being killed by Rogues joltedawake, only to find that Xena had climbed into my bed. I wrapped my arm around her and finally slept peacefully. Xena's POV
Voices pulledfrom my sleep. Ryder was still sleeping quietly, but angry murmurs from outside had awakened me. When I tried to get out of bed, my muscles remindedof being thrown from the motorcycle. I carefully made my way to the door and pressed my ear against it. Chapter 69 "You can't go in there!" William growled in a harsh whisper.
"I fucking will!" That was Leonard's voice.
I pulled open the door and stepped out. Both boys froze, realizing they were in trouble.
"What the fuck is going on here?" I demanded, crossing my arms despite the pain that shot through my ribs.
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