೯⠀⁺ ⠀ 𖥻 𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 | 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝⠀ᰋ

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"Yes," Azura said softly, her voice barely more than a whisper, yet Ryo and Ryu could hear her delicate words clearly despite the faintness.

"Understood,"Ryo replied, moving closer to her. With gentle care, he lifted her into his arms, cradling her with tenderness as he rose from the ground.

Ryu, watching over them with a warm smile, reached out to wipe the tears that glistened on her cheeks. It was a silent promise that they would take care of her, offer her comfort and solace. Together, they decided to take her to the small pond they had created within the depths of their cave, a serene spot that they hoped would bring her some peace.

As they moved, Azura allowed them to guide her, content to let them take charge for the moment. However, as she noticed they were heading towards the water, a flicker of uncertainty crossed her mind. What were they planning? The water was bound to be cold, and her frail body was already too exposed to harsh elements; she worried about putting herself through more discomfort.

Noticing her apprehension, Ryu smiled reassuringly and said, "Don't worry, the water is warm."

Azura nodded in response, her trust in them wavering yet hopeful-it was crucial that it was truly warm, especially considering her current fragile state.

Upon arriving at the pond's edge, Ryo carefully lowered her into the water. His movements were gentle and deliberate, ensuring she felt safe. Meanwhile, Ryu assisted by carefully removing her bloody garments, remnants of past struggles that clung to her like haunting memories.

"Is one of your males a mythical beast?" Ryo suddenly inquired, curiosity evident in his voice.

Azura was caught off guard by the question, yet she nodded slowly, feeling a mix of surprise and unspoken understanding regarding the importance of such a revelation.

"Then I'm sure that they will find you within the next three hours," Ryu interjected confidently, and Ryo nodded along, a shared certainty filling the space between them.

"Are you ready?" Ryo asked one last time, his voice firm yet gentle.

"Yes," Azura managed to respond, her determination glimmering in her eyes as she prepared to embrace whatever came next.

And so, the atmosphere around the small pond shifted, filled with unspoken hopes and the promise of newfound strength as they embarked on this uncertain journey together.

The spousal marks, a symbol of love
But for Azura, tears start to shove
Memories of a child she lost
A pain that still carries a heavy cost

Amidst the heat and raging desire
They ignite a passionate fire
Ryo and Ryu, her next chosen ones
Unbeknownst to her other handsome mates

Azura found herself once again lying on the animal skin. Ryo tenderly draped another animal skin over her, ensuring she felt protected, while Ryu sat close by, feeding her an emerald. As he wiped away a stray tear that escaped her eyes, Azura couldn't help but feel vulnerable, especially since she was naked beneath the layers of animal skins.

Ryo assured her that once she had a chance to rest and recover, he would venture out to rectify the situation surrounding her ruined attire. "Does it still hurt anywhere?" Ryu asked gently, concern etched on his face. Azura shook her head, grateful for their kindness and the care they were showing her.

He regarded her with a mixture of wonder and admiration. This was their first meeting, yet the spousal mark on her back connected them in a way that was both mysterious and profound. Nevertheless, he sighed in contemplation, pondering the unfortunate chain of events that had brought them to this moment.