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Moments 68
The mare let out a charming snort as it continued to rub its muzzle against Maxi's palm. Maxi stroked its thick mane while admiring its long, slender legs and brilliant black eyes. Its balanced proportions and glossy mane indicated that it was a fine breed.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
His stepfather had dug up a decaying, black leather pouch from a dirt patch behind the shack. Inside was the entirety of the dowry he had received from marrying Riftan's mother — fourteen derham. He had then proffered six of them to that pig of a blacksmith and had humbled himself before the swine in order to get Riftan this apprenticeship. Obscenities spilled from Riftan's mouth as he dredged up the memory.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Maxi could not understand the rush but, overwhelmed by the sorcerer's insistence, she could not argue back. Her distracted state provided Ruth with an opening to scribble down a purchase list.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Ruth's blue-gray eyes shook. It was a clear sign that the books had nothing to do with magic. Maxi smiled triumphantly.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
"It is an honor for a knight to serve a lady. I may not be a knight yet, but I'm prepared to protect you with my life!"
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
At Maxi's hesitation, Rosetta said primly, "Won't you show me your garden? I find it rather stifling in here."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
"I believe, sir, that you owe me a debt. Is that not so?"
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
The garden bustled with laborers busily preparing for winter and sentries transporting provisions. Upon Maxi's orders, Ludis had made inquiries and had found out that all the war preparations would be over in three to four days' time. After which, Riftan would advance on the Duke of Croyso with four hundred mounted troops.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
The garden bustled with laborers busily preparing for winter and sentries transporting provisions. Upon Maxi's orders, Ludis had made inquiries and had found out that all the war preparations would be over in three to four days' time. After which, Riftan would advance on the Duke of Croyso with four hundred mounted troops.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Riftan's hulking frame shook pitifully. After holding Maxi for a long while, he finished undressing her and carried her to the tub. He gently lowered her into the warm water and bathed her like a devoted servant tending to a queen.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
"Your father is easily one of the wealthiest people in the Seven Kingdoms! But it's not just a question of affordability. Glass windows are impractical because they cannot insulate. It would be no different from keeping the windows wide open."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
She wanted to say that others might think of them as shameless and debauched. Tongue-tied, she teared up in embarrassment. They had undeniably spent the previous few days engaged in shameless debauchery. Riftan, who had been watching her impassively, suddenly burst into laughter.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
"You looked like you were in pain the last time we did it."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
The knights touched their fists to their chests before lowering them again. The gesture seemed to be the custom salute of their order. Maxi, who had been waiting in the back, noticed the discussion drawing to a close and quietly approached Riftan. He turned around with a puzzled expression.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Burning with desire, his lips brushed across her ears, neck, and collarbone, while his thick fingers gently rubbed her tender flesh. When she moved her body the way he had once taught her, Riftan fastened his teeth on her skin and sucked to the point of pain. He panted heavily like an eager hunting dog standing before an ensnared bird.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Riftan wrapped an arm around her shoulders. She held her breath at the overwhelming masculine scent emanating from his body.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Maxi studied his expression. Despite his words, he looked displeased.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
The steward's voice was full of awe and respect. The previous day's scolding in front of the servants had not diminished his loyalty.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
bookiemonster
"My wife is pleased, and you arrived two days earlier than expected. For that, I'll reward you with fifty percent above the price we agreed upon."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim