*****Author’s POV*****
Ryder pulled his hands away from Zoe's grip. He trusted his mate and was going to set her free.
He felt stupid for hesitating the first time and could only hope that she forgives him.
Xena pushed to her feet when she saw Ryder coming. She had been sitting on the floor with Valkyrie by her side.
She walked towards the bar and was just about to tell Ryder that she didn't kill his father when he pulled the door open, asking her to come out.
“I'm sorry I was hesitant earlier, I trust you and I know you wouldn't be able to kill my father,” He said, completely surprising Xena.
Ryder pulls Xena into his arms, hugging her tightly.
Valkyrie, who was sitting on the floor when Ryder had shown up, pushed herself to her feet, stepping out of the cell too.
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