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Chapter 23

Author: Tina.E
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-08 23:39:26

Liana's POV

The night air was cool, and I found myself drifting in and out of sleep. A small wave of cold rushed up my skin, but for each wave that coursed through my skin, Kieran's arms was there to offer me the warmth I never knew needed.

Against my better judgement, I found myself leaning closer into him. He was ripped and muscular, I always knew that, but tonight was different. Tonight, he radiated a king of warmth I never be was capable of giving. Perhaps it had everything to do with the fact that he was carrying me like I didn't weigh a single penny.

I knew how many breaks I had to take before I arrived at the warehouse, and here he was, still going like he was running on some sort of extra energy. I wasn't a sorcerer, but I knew he'd spent more energy dealing with those criminals. From the state they were in, I was sure he didn't spare them, so how was he still standing and going strong?

The rest of my thoughts were put on hold the moment I sighted the palace. The guard
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