Jessamae collapses against the mattress, her and Hanzo's breathing heavy and ragged as they catch their breath. The scent of their passionate lovemaking lingers in the air, and her heart squeezes with a surge of emotions. The truth settles within the warm depths of her heart, sobering her with a profound realization. She allows Hanzo to draw her into his comforting embrace, his tongue tracing the line of her throat, reigniting the fire that courses through her veins. Yes, it's true. It's too late for her. She has fully surrendered, knowing deep within her being that she will belong to Hanzo forever.
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The following day, Hanzo and a few of his associates depart early for a business engagement. Once again, he remains tight-lipped about his comings and goings. However, she senses that
