Chapter 31 the day I was kicked out of Silver Moon , I never thought Id come back , let alone with billions in assets and a personal invitation from Lork . The villas luxury felt like a slap in the face , reminding me of the life I had lost When I walked inside , Daria rushed over and hugged me tightly . I almost didnt recognize your she said , her face lit up with excitement . Youve changed so much I smiled , though it felt strange . Back then , I was always busy taking care of Lorik and my duties as Luna , so I rarely dressed up . Now , as I looked at myself , I was surprised by how different I looked . The servants appeared , their eyes widening in shock as they saw the expensive items I had brought . Their surprise was so obvious that it almost looked comical At dinner , Daria was full of energy . She told me all about the chaos that had happened since I left Silver Moon . Lorcias reforms were a disaster , she said with a laugh . One day , the kitchen had only a few sad fish , and another day , there were so many potatoes they spilled into the backyard ! She made everyones lives a mess . I listened , smiling . Darias cheerfulness was a comforting change from the tension I felt . She had always been kind to me , defending me from the servants when I first arrived . Her loyalty was a warm reminder of the past . Im glad youre back , she said sincerely , clinking her glass of red wine against mine . Lorik has finally come to his senses . A wave of guilt washed over me . Daria didnt know that my return was only a temporary act to help Caroline recover quickly . I forced a smile . Thank you . Im happy to be here . I have a little surprise for you two . Trust me , things are going to get even better between you two The night was waning . Daria bids me goodnight and heads to her room . I stayed alone in the dining room and finished the rest of my wine . As I was getting ready to go back to my room , it occurred to me that everyone had defaulted to the idea that I would be staying with Lorik when I returned to Silvermoon this time , without assigning me a new room . The effects of alcohol gradually took hold of me , and my brain fogged up , my eyes , which had been clear and bright , became disorientated , and my pace disorganised as I Lorik had work to take care of tonight and shouldnt be coming home . onto the bed . 20.9 % tried to fall asleep but was uncomfortable , feeling hot and restless . curled up impatiently , my throat parched , my skin flushed an unusual red colour , and for some reason my mind drifted to the sexy way Lorik looked when he was in bed . There had to l be something wrong with the wine Daria had given me ! Suddenly , the door opened , and Lorik walked in . He looked surprised to see me awake . His scent was strong , and he seemed a bit off . I didnt expect you to be up , he said , sounding a bit unsteady . Daria gave me wine and said it was to celebrate my hard work . There must have been something in it . His words were disjointed . I realised that Daria had given us a drink with aphrodisiac , making gverything more intense . I felt a mix of anxiety and curiosity . Lorik came closer , his hands warm as they touched my arms . Its been a long time , he murmured , his breath warm against my ear . Do you remember … ? His words were like an invitation , pulling us closer together . The effects of the wine made our feelings stronger . I could feel the heat from his body , and it drew me to him . Loriks lips met mine , and I kissed him back , feeling a rush of desire . His touch was passionate and urgent . As we moved towards the bed , our clothes fell away in a flurry . The intensity of our emotions made everything feel more powerful . We made love with a deep sense of connection , each touch and kiss reminding us of the bond we had once shared . The effects of the wine heightened every feeling , making our time together incredibly intense . The question hung in the air , charged with an intensity that was hard to ignore . Our bodies were drawn together by an invisible force , the aphrodisiacs effects amplifying our latent desires . I could feel the heat radiating from him , the magnetism pulling us closer . Loriks lips brushed mine , and I responded instinctively . The kiss was urgent , hungry , a rekindling of the passion we had shared . His hands roamed over my body , exploring with a fervor that mirrored the desire in my own heart . His touch was electrifying , igniting a fire that I had long suppressed . We stumbled towards the bed , our movements clumsy yet desperate . As Loriks hands undressed me , his gaze was filled with a mix of longing and regret . The clothes fell away , and he took in my form with a possessive hunger that left me breathless . Tell me if you want this , he whispered , his voice strained . 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