"You will stay here," he declared, his voice a low rumble that echoed through the room. "Until this matter is resolved."
Afina felt her cheeks flush. Never before had she been in such close proximity to a divine man in a room – On a bed, let alone one who radiated such raw masculinity. His body was half-clothed.
He seemed to be changing into a set of casual wear. His bare back stared back at her as his gaze was fixated on the mirror, checking how well-placed his outfit was.
A mix of fear and fascination surged through Afina until his voice broke her short trance.
"And your Qi," he added with a sharp tone, "never speak of it.
Afina nodded mutely, knowing all too well the consequences of disobeying him. She glanced at her fingertips on the bed as she thought within herself how much of Prince Cargan's nudity she would have to endure. She couldn't look away too. He didn't like it when she did.
