"But I want you to know that I didn't do it for my own sake," he continued. "This world is unfair to women. No matter the truth, some might still claim that all of this happened because you seduced me. I can't risk putting you in harm's way." He cupped my cheek. "One day, if you think you've become strong enough that you no longer care what others think of you, I'll be proud to show everyone who my soulmate is. But before then, I won't say a word unless you tell me to."
Be Gentle, Immortal Master
Fantasy · Witchhazel
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