Scarlet’s POV“Scarlet,” Damien called again, his voice steady but threaded with concern. My heart skipped a beat, and I felt the weight of my earlier actions press down like a storm cloud.I let my gown fall slightly, stepping back from Joel, but his hands closed around my waist before I could fully escape. He leaned in for a kiss, his eyes pleading. I struggled, pushing against him, trying to regain control. My hand was trembling against his chest. “…Can you hear that?” I asked, my voice trembling as the ring burned against my finger. I yanked it off, the heat searing my skin. Something was wrong, more than just the physical pain. It was as if the two bonds were pulling against each other, a clash of emotions that left me dizzy.“That hurts,” Scar finally whimpered, and I instinctively set the ring aside to let my body calm. My wolf’s voice, usually playful, now sounded worried, echoing my own inner confusion.A knock rattled the royal restroom door, making me flinch. “Scarlet, ar
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