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"I, Phoenix Sullivan Atlantes, am satisfied with the moon goddess' arrangements. I hereby accept you, Lavana, as my soulmate. I swear not to betray your love and trust till my last breath. I'll be your stronghold and cherish you. In my heart, you'll remain the only one, no matter what happens. May the moon goddess bear me witness!" he declared.

Immediately, she felt this inexplicably good magical feeling course all over her body. She felt so rejuvenated and was about to smile when she suddenly felt a sharp pain in her belly.

She clutched it and beads of sweat started appearing on her forehead.

"What's happening to me?" she thought in fear.

Her face became pale.

Phoenix noticed this change in her expression, from shock to smiling and then... that of pain? Wasn't accepting his mate supposed to make her happy at the refreshing feeling? Why was she in pain instead?

"Lavana, are you feeling discomfort anywhere?" he asked in worry.

She nodded with gritted teeth. He quickly had her si