The Den of Desires
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The woods were silent, save for the hush of wind through ancient trees and the soft rustle of leaves beneath our bare feet.
Above us, the full moon hung heavy and radiant, glowing like a celestial eye watching over us. The stars shimmered faintly around it, casting a silvery glow across the clearing, painting our skin in sacred light.
Rhysand stood beside me, his hand wrapped around mine. His grip was steady, but I could feel the storm of emotion simmering beneath it, desire, reverence, and love.
His eyes met mine, molten and golden.
“You ready?” he asked, voice low, roughened by the weight of the moment.