Elara’s POV
"It’s fine, Your Highness. I understand," I said gently.
I knew exactly how awful it had been—I’d witnessed that fizzing blue concoction myself.
I slipped Dorian a container of freeze-dried strawberries discreetly and pressed a finger to my lips.
Dorian examined the elegant container, then looked at my face, understanding he was receiving preferential treatnt once more.
"Is this exclusively for ? Doesn’t General Barrett receive any?" he inquired.
I laughed, "Just for you, Your Highness. I prepared these specifically for you."
Dorian cocked his head and gently licked my hand. I nearly withdrew, but remained motionless. After licking , he pressed his head into my palm, seeking my touch. Finally, he sniffled softly. "Elara, does it still ache?"
I smiled and pushed a flower arrangent through the opening. "Not any longer, because of you."
What malicious intent could a small leopard possess? He was simply concerned about .
I ruffled his head once more and began to rise—but Dorian shyly caught my sleeve between his teeth. "Tonight..."
"You may," I said imdiately.
His entire universe brightened.
Dorian leaped with excitent, then marched back to his sleeping area like a triumphant warrior—al tray and flowers in his grasp. The instant he turned around, he was already devouring his food.
I could tell he was thinking, "Everything tastes wonderful now that Elara has returned. And there’s cake! I adore it."
Barrett remained silent today. He simply observed as I approached him and released a relieved sigh when he confird I was uninjured.
He wanted to question why I hadn’t inford him, but couldn’t manage to voice anything.
I could sense he already understood. These beastn all possessed keen senses of sll.
"Your lightsaber was magnificent," I told him.
"Did it assist in protecting you?" he questioned.
"It did."
I placed his al down and suddenly smirked. This broad-shouldered specin was far too appealing. I couldn’t resist provoking him.
As Barrett reached for his tray, I seized his hand and laughed, "Lost for words?"
"I’m so sor..."
"Stop." I pressed my hand over his mouth. "That’s the last phrase I want to hear right now. If you’re truly sorry, remove your shirt and show your abs."
His reflexes were incredible. I quickly shielded my face. My joke had just encountered a guy who took action first.
"May I be your man?" Barrett asked.
Yes, yes, yes!
I didn’t voice it—I nodded vigorously, swallowing the flirtatious comnt I’d prepared.
Damn it. They’re all experts.
The rabbit kissed imdiately; Barrett just undressed. Dorian is too young, and Kaelen is too clueless.
Since kissing Silas, I had beco more daring. Perhaps I’d inquire with both of them about female-dominated relationships soti.
I never failed at teasing.
Barrett gazed at , affection flowing from his eyes. He took a bite of cake and gave a thumbs-up. "Delicious."
He consud the cake, but his attention was focused on the flowers.
I could see the question in his eyes: "Is there one for today?"
I was barely containing my amusent. I attempted to flick his forehead, but couldn’t reach even on my toes. Barrett smiled and leaned down.
I finally managed it.
"Stop looking so dejected. You receive flowers today," I said, presenting him with a large bouquet and a vine crown.
Beverages, desserts—everything was ideal again now that I had returned.
"Thank you, Elara." Barrett bead and pressed a gentle kiss to the flowers.
I released a low whistle.
That’s a wolf beastman for —pleasing to the eye.
Chamber Five remained dark. But recalling what Alistair had ntioned earlier, I paused anyway. I arranged his al, and the delivery robot elevated it to his hatch—the highest of all the n’s.
After everything was prepared, Alistair still hadn’t erged. Just as I was about to depart, the lights activated.
I froze montarily, staring at the man before . Then I smiled.
Alistair spoke first, "Did I let you down?"
I shook my head. "You’re breathtaking."
Truly breathtaking.
He possessed a tall, slender fra. A deep red velvet shirt embraced his broad shoulders and narrow waist flawlessly. His silver-gray hair cascaded over his shoulders, secured with a coordinating ribbon. His eyebrows were defined, his eyes luminous like stars—cold and aloof, yet captivating. Most striking was the beauty mark beneath his eye, lending a subtle, perilous allure to his features.
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