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Chapter 11

Author: Darkliana
last update publish date: 2026-04-28 09:14:24

ZARA (AUTHOR POV)

The convoy moved through the night like a shadow serpent. Black cars, tinted windows, engines purring with power. Inside the lead vehicle, Zara sat beside Adrian, her hand resting comfortably on his thigh, his hand covering hers, warm and solid.

She could feel her heart beating fast, not out of fear, but out of anticipation.

“Relax,” Adrian murmured, turning to look at her. “You look stunning. You carry yourself with grace. And you have me beside you. They have no choice but t
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