Belle's POV They walk down the corridors quietly after that, Nate giving an unwanted, but informative mini tour of the palace hallways. They don't talk about his mini confessions, or Dorian. And as they finally make their way back to her room, Belle notices a familiar figure leaning against the doorframe. It's Dorian, his arms crossed and a look of deep concern on his face. Behind her, Nate finally leaves after Belle tells him a quiet word of thanks. He smiles, offere her one last wink, silver eyes bright with quiet amusement, before disappearing down the opposite hall. She doesn't have the strength to unravel whatever game he's playing.Belle walks past him without a word, slamming the door behind her before she lowers herself onto the hard bed silently. The silence doesn't last long however, as the door opens seconds later. "Go away, Dorian," she sighs.He slides in anyway, his tall frame tense, eyes still carrying a heavy edge.His scent reaches her first: rich alpha pheromone
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