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In the quiet of the night, our hearts collide,
Two souls entwined, nowhere to hide.
The world may tremble, the stars may fall,
But in your arms, I surrender all.
Whispers of longing, a touch so divine,
Forever, my love, your heart is mine.
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"My innocent, beautiful lamb," Horace whispered, his voice a low, velvety rumble that made her shiver.
A delicate blush crept over her cheeks as she tried to avert her gaze, but Horace reached out, slowly cupping her face in his hands, careful enough not to hurt her. His thumbs brushed tenderly across her cheeks, and she felt a warmth spread through her that had nothing to do with the room.
"You've waited for me," he murmured, "and I… I can't describe how much that means. You're a treasure, Ariel, more precious than anything in this world."
