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Her breath hitched. "Then let's make it count."

We retreated to the hidden grove, a place where the veil between our worlds seemed thinner. The air was thick with the fragrance of night-blooming flowers. She sat beside me on the moss-covered rock, the warmth of her body seeping into mine.

I turned to face her. "You are the most incredible woman I've ever known."

She laughed lightly. "Coming from an ageless wood nymph, that's saying something."

I chuckled. "It's true. You've awakened something in me."

She reached out, her fingers tracing the contours of my face. "You've changed me, too."

I leaned in, our foreheads touching. "I don't want this night to end."

"Then let's make it last," she whispered.

Our lips met, tentative at first, but soon the kiss deepened. Her taste was intoxicating, a blend of sweetness and fire that left me craving more. I pulled her closer, my hands exploring the curve of her back. She responded eagerly, her fingers tangling in the vines that wove through my hair.

The world around us faded away. There was only Acacia, her touch, her scent, the soft sounds she made as our kisses grew more urgent. I laid her gently on the soft bed of moss, the moonlight casting a glow on her skin.

I captured her lips again, pouring all the unspoken emotions into that kiss. Our clothes fell away, discarded among the wildflowers. I traced the lines of her body, marveling at the softness of her skin beneath my fingertips.

She gasped as I trailed kisses along her neck, her nails digging lightly into my shoulders. The connection between us intensified, a magnetic pull drawing us together. Every touch ignited a fire that spread through my veins.

"Thornix," she moaned, her voice filled with need.

"I'm here," I murmured against her skin.

We moved in harmony, our bodies perfectly attuned to one another, like two instruments playing a symphony of passion. The cool night air was filled with the sound of our shared breaths, ragged and urgent, mingling together as if we were sharing the same life force. I could feel the pounding rhythm of our hearts beating as one, a primal drumbeat that reverberated through my entire being. Time seemed to stand still, each exquisite moment stretching into an eternity of bliss.

My hands roamed over the silky expanse of her skin, savoring every dip and curve. The scent of her arousal mixed with the sweet fragrance of the wildflowers, creating an intoxicating perfume that made my head spin with desire. I tasted the salt on her neck as I trailed kisses along her collarbone, relishing the way she trembled beneath my touch.

As we reached the peak of our passion, a tidal wave of euphoria crashed over me, stealing my breath and sending tingles racing across my skin. A profound sense of completeness enveloped me, like a missing piece of my soul had finally clicked into place. This was where I was meant to be, by Acacia's side, our bodies joined and our spirits united in an unbreakable bond. In that moment, I knew with absolute certainty that I would love her for eternity, our destinies forever intertwined.

We lay together afterward, her head resting on my chest. I stroked her hair, the softness like silk beneath my fingers.

She sighed contentedly. "I wish we could stay like this forever."

I kissed the top of her head. "So do I."

Silence settled over us, comfortable and warm. But the weight of what awaited me pressed against the edges of my mind.

She looked up, concern returning to her eyes. "Promise me you'll come back."

I gazed into her eyes, emerald pools reflecting the starlight. "I swear it. No matter what happens, I'll return to you."

She held my gaze. "I'll hold you to that."

I smiled softly. "You have my word."

As dawn approached, we dressed in quiet understanding. The time for departure was near.

She walked with me to the edge of the grove. "Be careful," she urged.

"I will." I took her hands in mine. "Stay safe. Trust in the bond we share."

She nodded, a single tear slipping down her cheek. I brushed it away gently.

"Until we meet again," I said.