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~Darlon's POV

I held her in my arms for a long time. Longer than I planned. Longer than I meant to. It felt necessary. It felt like the only thing that could hold the world still for a moment so she could breathe without fear.

Elara leaned into me like she was tired of standing on her own strength. I could feel her heartbeat against my chest. It was steady at first, then uneven, like her emotions were struggling to stay calm.

"Don't think of anything right now," I whispered, my voice low near her ear. "I will make sure you are safe. I will make sure Lira faces the right punishment. She will not get away with this again. I promise you that."

Elara nodded, but her eyes were distant, like part of her was still somewhere else…

"I know," she said softly. "I believe you. I just… I don't want to be afraid anymore."

I pulled back slightly so I could see her face. "You don't have to be afraid. Not with me. Not ever again."

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