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“Of course. I can’t wait to see what you’ll become now.” Okay, that was strange. What did he mean? “Come on, let’s get you back to the dorm.” Damien helped me stand and wrapped an arm around my waist. His hand was large and hot. It felt so damn good. “You know I can walk?” I needed distance. It felt like I had become another person. My emotions and senses were heightened. “She’ll be fine in the next few minutes.” Professor Shaw began strolling deeper into the woods. “They had been two beings, and now they are one. She’s just getting acclimated. I’m going to keep this necklace to ensure there are no residual effects.” We walked in silence back in the direction of the dorms. That wasn’t unusual for us. Damien wasn’t a big talker, and we’d grown comfortable with one another. As we appro
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