And I hope to find my cousin and my bodyguard, she added silently, biting the inside of her cheek in desperation. I still don't trust Dimitri, no matter what he says. But if I do end up saving some of those humans, then my cousin and bodyguard can take over from there I guess. Build something. A place where humans can live freely again. I hope… I truly hope.
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The next day arrived swiftly. Morning sunlight poured into the room, casting golden hues across Sorayah's face. As the warmth stirred her from sleep, her lashes fluttered open only to be met with an unexpected sight.
Dimitri was lying beside her in the same bed.
Her mind reeled. Last night, he had booked another room with Liam, and she had been asked to stay with Jasmine. So why was he here now?
Before the thought could fully register, she gasped and shoved him away from her with all her strength.
