Soul Bonding
Sergei, the youngest, watches me with burning intensity.
The ceremony begins with a brief speech from the officiant. His voice, firm and solemn, fills the room, reminding us of the significance of the bonding. He speaks of responsibility, loyalty, and the honor this commitment represents. His words press on my shoulders like an invisible weight. With each phrase, I feel my fate sealing itself, how every choice has been made for me, but without my true voice in it. I have no option but to accept the inevitable.
When the speech ends, the officiant turns to me.
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