Then Cleora got up and moved towards Jolthar as he gave the boar to Marcus.
She told Marcus to bring out Jolthar's clothes while she was done preparing water to clean his face.
Jolthar just stared at her; his expression was thoughtful.
Meanwhile, Raayani simply stood there watching them.
They had just fucked, but she felt like she was just a bystander, watching a couple. Cleora's actions showed her care and attentiveness towards Jolthar, while Raayani's feelings of detachment and observation added a layer of complexity to the situation. The tension between them continued to simmer beneath the surface, adding an intriguing dynamic to their interactions.
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A while later, they all sat around the fire. The silence was heavy enough to crush a lesser man. The flames hissed softly, spitting embers that rose and died before anyone spoke.
The meat roasted, the wine cups sat untouched.
Even the night seemed to hold its breath.
