Aria’s POV“You don’t have to do that, Kaelen,” I said quietly, avoiding his eyes.“I told you, I’m not… I’m not asking for anything. You already rejected the bond between us. I don’t want to owe you anything.”His gaze flickered, “I’m not doing this because I expect something in return.”His words hung heavy in the air. I didn’t know how to respond. My heart was pounding, unsure whether it was from anger, fear, or something else entirely. When his eyes drifted toward my wound, I saw the shift in him. His calm expression hardened into something fierce and dangerous. His eyes darkened, almost glowing with rage.“Kaelen—” I started, but he suddenly stood up, his jaw tight.“Where are you going?” I asked, my voice trembling slightly.He turned to me, his voice sharp with authority. “You stay here. Don’t leave this room until I say so.”Before I could say another word, he was gone—storming out, leaving the door swinging behind him. I sat there frozen, breathing heavily, trying to steady m
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