“ No , I wouldn't have let you go if that had been the case ”
A faint , taunting smile pressed itself upon his lips , a gesture equal parts mockery and invitation .
A low hum of amusement escaped him , scarcely audible yet unmistakably condescending . So , even after being overpowered so effortlessly , her pride still burned bright enough to bear fangs .
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His gaze lowered to her frame measured , analytical , almost indulgent .
“ A real fight ? ”
he echoed , the words dripping with unhurried curiosity . His palm flexed once , recalling the sensation of lifting her as though she were weightless .
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“ quite nimble ”
A faint smile played upon his features , the expression both indulgent and derisive his hold tightening with deliberate ease , hoisting her upward and rendering her momentarily airborne , as though she weighed little more than a passing thought .
Oculi anticipated her determined advance long before it manifested , a palm rising in effortless foresight to meet the “sudden” strike she believed concealed . His digits enclosed around the girl's ankle the instant contact sparked between them .
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within her heart an obstreperous vexation increased at every insolent syllable prescribed by him、that sentiment was reflected in her physical appearance —— furrowed eyebrows &&. a solemn expression substituted the previous conceited
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“ respect should be earned no ? , if you truly desire mine then prove yourself worthy of being granted it ”
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A callous tone , the hybrid willingly aiding in the others act of coy , moonlight served to add illumination to his frame .
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“ Never you say ? Pray tell why would I take something no better than the ground my feet tread on seriously ? ”
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His gaze sullied , eyeing the women as if she had just said something unfathomable , her laughter only serving as fuel to further doubts .
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