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Chapter 67: Still Human
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Caught Between Two Men And The Apocalypse Chapter 67: Still Human
Natasha tried to look away, but his closeness made it impossible. His breath brushed her lips. His eyes held hers with a kind of certainty that almost hurt. “You are still Natasha to me,” he said, his voice steady. “To me, and to everyone who truly knows you.” Her lips trembled. She hated that. Aaron saw it. His gaze softened even more. “And I promise you,” he continued, “I will protect you from those evil people. I don’t care how powerful they are, how many walls they hide behind, or how long they have been planning this. They will not take you from me.” The words entered her slowly. Even though it wasn't a rescue, or a solution. It served as warmth and strength. And as something she could lean on for just one moment. Natasha let out a breath that shook at the edges. A small smile touched her lips, barely there, but real. “How did I end up with someone like you?” she whispered. Aaron’s eyes darkened with emotion. He lifted one hand and touched her cheek gently. “Maybe because
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