“Enough,” he snarled. That didn’t sound like eternal gratitude for saving his life. “Did it hurt?” He let out a snort, which could have been a pained laugh. “It burned into my bones like lava.” “Good. Perhaps through pain you can learn a lesson not to be so reckless.” Her sharp tone earned the full weight of his gaze. “I’ll try my best, sister. Though I’ll offer you no guarantees.” Her eyes stung. It took her a moment to realize she was crying, which only made her angrier. “I will stab you myself if you are ever so foolish as to nearly get yourself killed again.” His fierce expression finally
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