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29. Lies

Bastien

The city unfolds before us, a concrete jungle where every street is a vein, every towering building a sentry of my domain. I feel the pulse of it beneath my feet, the rhythmic lifeblood that syncs with my own heart—a heart that’s become far too susceptible to the woman at my side.

Anya. Even her name has become a talisman in my mind, a charm that’s supposed to bring luck but instead brings a sweet, searing chaos.

Her presence throws me, makes me feel shit I’ve got no business feeling. But today, I’ve got to put on a show, make it crystal clear to anyone with eyes on us that she’s under my protection. I keep my hand firm on her waist, a silent, snarling challenge to any man who dares to even think of laying a finger on her.

“Stick close,” I murmur, my voice low enough that only she can hear. “This isn’t just for show. It’s for your safety.”

She nods, a slight tilt of her chin that tells me she understands more than she lets on.

“Are you always this... territorial?” Anya’s voice
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Raven4u7
He’s going to feel so betrayed when he finds out who she really is.
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Deb Eff
Arrrrrrgh I want him to find out her secrets and lies toooooo
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