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PHIN

I entered her slowly, savoring the warmth that surrounded me. For a moment, I stayed still to let her adjust, appreciating the deep connection between us. Every subtle movement, every shift of her body, felt like a beautiful melody.

I ran my hands along the curve of her waist, relishing the softness of her skin. She gripped the sheets and gasped softly but pulled me closer by wrapping her legs around my waist.

The intensity of it all nearly overwhelmed me. The connection between us ignited something deep inside. Something so powerful I half-expected to see my skin glowing. Her body surrounded me, and every nerve in my body went on high alert, attuned to her every movement, every breath.

As I grazed my teeth along her neck, ready to claim her, I felt her tense beneath me. She opened her eyes, and in them, I saw fear.

A fear that cut through the haze of desire and struck me. Hard.

I paused, tracing the spot where my teeth had been with my thumb, trying to reassure her. "Shh, Che