His Princess, Not His Blood
Her voice was hoarse, still raw from the previous night.
“Open it.” He watched her, his expression unreadable.
With trembling fingers, she lifted the lid. Inside, nestled on a bed of cream-colored satin, lay a delicate silver necklace, a single, flawless pearl suspended from its chain.
It caught the light, gleaming with an ethereal glow. It was exquisite, expensive, a stark contrast to the blunt force of his hand.
“It’s beautiful,” she whispered, her voice catching.
“A token,” he said, stepping closer, his voice dropping to a low murmur. “A reminder of my… affection. And your value.” He reached out, his fingers brushing her still-tender cheek, a feather-light touch that sent a shiver down he
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