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Chapter 79

Author: Jademoon
last update Last Updated: 2025-05-31 18:34:43

Rhea's POV

My eyes narrowed slightly, “My bodyguard?”

“Yes. You don't want one?” Alaric stared at me, his eyes were daring me to refuse and I smiled shakily.

“After what just happened, I don't think I should resist getting one.” My hands were still trembling, I hadn't been able to get it to stop. I turned to the silent man and stretched my hands out for a handshake, “Hello Marcus, my name is Rhea. It's nice to meet you.”

For a second, it was quiet. Marcus didn't move, he was only staring at me. Then just as I was about to pull my hands back, he gripped them tightly and then let go.

“Pleased to meet your acquaintance.” He murmured, when glanced at Alaric, “I'll be outside.” Then he walked out.

“He doesn't like me much, does he?” I muttered to Alaric who shook his head.

“He acts like that to every new person that is introduced to him but don't worry, he'll warm up to you soon enough. Though his only job here is to protect you.”

“Despite that, I would still like to be a bi
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