Aldric found Elias exactly where he expected him to be. The rooftop bar was closed for the night, but the door had been left unlocked, a silent invitation. Elias stood near the railing, city lights glittering far below, a glass of whiskey in his hand. He didn’t turn around when Aldric stepped onto the roof. He simply smiled that same serpentine smile. “You came,” Elias said softly. “I knew you would.” Aldric didn’t waste words. He moved fast, faster than any human should. In seconds he had Elias pinned against the railing, one hand around his throat, the other ripping open his shirt with brutal efficiency. Elias struggled, twisting and shoving, but Aldric was stronger, colder, and far more determined. Buttons scattered across the concrete as Aldric stripped him down to his briefs, ignoring every curse and shove. Elias’s chest heaved, sweat already glistening on his skin from the brief fight. “What the fuck do you think you’re doing?” Aldric didn’t answer. He dragged Elias to th
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