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Raven experienced a climax that brought both pleasure and pain, a release that left him trembling in Alaric's arms. As the intensity subsided, his cries softened into quiet whimpers, leaving him drained yet strangely satisfied.
Alaric held him tightly, refusing to let go as their bodies relaxed. He placed gentle kisses on Raven's neck, murmuring comforting words until Raven's breathing became steady.
"Shhh… shhh…," Alaric whispered soothingly, continuing to kiss him gently.
In that moment, enveloped in Alaric's embrace, Raven felt a sensation he hadn't felt in a long while.
He felt safe.
Alaric's touch now soft and comforting againts his jaw and neck. "Are you okay?"
"No, I'm fucked up."
