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Derek hurried to Marcus' side, "Marcus, what the fuck? You are not into your senses. Let's talk about this later on.” Marcus didn't budge from his place, glaring at Ares, and through gritted teeth, "Is it gonna be her? Or is it going to be yours and my friendship?” My heart pounded in my chest, waiting for Ares to release my wrist and step aside. But then, Ares responded, "So be it." Marcus' expression instantly darkened, his blank face transitioning to an icy coldness. Ares turned away from him, walking out of the pack house with my hand gripped in his.

I waited for him to continue and hoped that whatever he was about to add would be worth my patience, as my hunger was growing more intense. "I want to make a deal with you," he said, piquing my curiosity. What kind of deal is he talking about? "What kind of deal?" I asked immediately, feeling annoyed by his attempt to build suspense. It's irritating; he should just get to the point. "I want us to go along with what Dad wants. Let's be engaged for a while, and during that time, I'll gradually reveal the truth about Clara to them. So, is that fine?" I could sense Ares' nervousness as he asked me that question. I simply shook my head in response. Seriously? Is this really what he wants? Tsk, I

I said coldly, interrupting his self-serving pride. I strolled to stand before him, who was still kneeling submissively. He gazed up at me intently. That was probably the most emotionally charged look he had ever given in his life. "Ares, you said you'd give me anything I want, right?" Ares nodded frantically, a flicker of hope igniting in his eyes. "Yes! Anything I have! Even my life!" "Your life isn't worth anything." I leaned down close to his ear. "Since you're being so generous, let's properly discuss the… cost."