Alarick.
I drew in a sharp breath, trying to steady myself. The male before me wasn’t just any male. He was MY male. Not just handsome, or strong, but he was indeed a force of nature. The power, the presence, everything radiated from him like a living thing, demanding absolute attention, respect, and awe.
When our eyes met, time seemed to slow. His steps faltered a bit, surprise flickering across his features. I could immediately feel the sudden surge of power through the air, throwing everyone around me to their knees. I, however, remained standing, unaffected. A strange sense of pride bubbled inside me.
He raised one eyebrow, a smile tugging at the corner of his lips, amusement dancing in his gaze.
“Well, this is unexpected,” he murmured, just loud enough for me to hear.
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