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The night was quiet, the forest unusually still as Matthew pulled Dain aside, his expression stern. The firelight from their camp flickered across his weathered face, casting sharp shadows that mirrored his tone.

"You care for her," Matthew said, cutting straight to the point. His voice was firm, yet tinged with something like fear.

stiffened, his shoulders squaring defensively. "Of course I care for her. She's

you don't mean it," Matthew interrupted, his sharp gaze pinning Dain in place. "You've always been protective of her. But this... this is different. Do you even realize what it could mean for her?

you. It's not something you

with her," Matthew pressed. "She deserves the truth, Dain. Even

white. He nodded once, curtly, before turning and stalking away into the shadows. Matthew watched him go, his heart heavy. He could see the storm

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