A Request

After settling the terms, Reign joined the group, and together they made their way back into the city. 

 The press was already there, cameras flashing, reporters shouting questions, and each burst of light seemed to follow their every step as they stood in front of the portal. 

His sharp gaze flicked across the crowd, noticing the way the women looked at him—some with wide-eyed admiration, others with shy glances or open smiles.

The attention didn't go unnoticed by Anna, whose face tightened, her eyes narrowing as they trailed every stare directed his way.

A woman in the front row caught his eye, her lips curving into a flirtatious smile. Reign just looked past her, his expression barely flickering

But he could feel the shift in the air as Anna clenched her fists beside him. Her jaw tightened, and her gaze turned fierce, practically shooting daggers into anyone who dared look at him too long.

"Don't do it, " Reign commanded.