[Time Until Rebound: 00 Hours, 00 Minutes, 05 Seconds.]
Elian held his breath.
He was positioned perfectly. The morning light hit his face at a flattering angle. His hair was artfully messy. He was wearing one of Cassian's shirts, unbuttoned just enough to show the claim marks on his collarbone. He had spent the last ten minutes practicing his "Sleepy but Seductive" smile.
'Here it comes,' Elian thought, watching the sleeping Prince. 'The moment of imprinting. The moment the beast wakes up and realizes the only thing he wants is the valet. I've ground the LP, I've done the side quests, and now I'm here for the cutscene.'
3... 2... 1...
[System Notification: Ink of Discord Effect Expired.][System Notification: Pendulum Effect Activated.]
Cassian gasped.
