Lucien's eyes darkened as Anana hit the ground the second time, this time holding her ankle tightly, pain clearly etched on her face.Without a word, he stepped forward, his boots crunching against the fallen leaves slowly and silently. Anana looked up, startled and tried to cover her twisted ankle as he approached, "I’m fine," Anana mumbled through clenched teeth, her pride fighting to rise even as the pain nearly buckled her resolve.Lucien didn't flinch at all.He crouched down in front of her in all power and stillness. His large, calloused hands gently brushed her hands away without asking."Let me see," he said, his voice low, roughened at the edges.“I said I'm fine,” she repeated, more breath than words but he wasn't listening to what she said. He only read what her body said instead.Lucien took hold of her leg, lifting it onto his thigh. Before she could pull away, he removed her boot with practiced ease. His fingers felt warm against her skin, igniting a flush that spread
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