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Ancient Ritual: 1

Author: Juwon
last update publish date: 2026-07-12 23:43:50
šŸ’¦Ruins of DesirešŸ’¦

"Pass me that wine, will you?" I said, reaching across the crowded table. My fingers brushed Marco's hand by accident. He grinned like it was on purpose.

"Easy there, Sophia. You trying to start trouble already?" Marco teased, pouring me another glass. The wedding reception was in full swing, lights strung between olive trees, music pulsing, everyone laughing too loud after too many toasts.

I rolled my eyes and took a big sip. "Trouble finds me just fine without help. Espe
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