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Forty-Three

Author: Goldie
last update Last Updated: 2025-10-31 19:01:53

Lira

About an hour later, Riven caught my wrist on my way to my room and pulled me close, pressing his lips to mine. Desire shot through me, and my heart pounded as his hands gripped my waist. He bent over, kissing me softly with a passion that stole my breath before pulling me into his chest.

“Why are you avoiding everyone?” His hand brushed behind my ear.

I shrugged. “Priestess ruined my mood.”

He stiffened, watching me with a blank expression. “What does that mean?”

“She dropped by. Thought it’d be fun to tell Zuri our little secret. Congratulations, the news is spreading faster than this incoming rain.”

A frown creased his face. “She did?”

I nodded. His silence stretched.

“Well…maybe she doesn’t mean any harm.”

“Really?” My tone cut sharp. “By making sure everyone knows about the bond?”

He paused, rubbing my waist. “It was only a matter of time. I didn’t ask her to, but eventually, Zuri would’ve found out. Don’t let it bother you.”

I tried not to. I really did. But the words sank
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