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Gabrielβs jaw clenched, his arms tightening around Axel as if holding him could shield him from the cruel hand of fate. The sight of himβpale, weary, struggling to even lift his hand to Gabrielβs faceβstoked the fire of his fury, not at Axel but at the gods themselves for allowing such suffering. βMy love,β he murmured, his voice thick with emotion as he pressed his forehead to Axelβs. βYou think I could enjoy anything while you suffer in silence? You should have told me.β His fingers ghosted over Axelβs cheek, tracing the sharp lines of his face, before settling at the nape of his neck.
Gabriel exhaled sharply, his thumb brushing over Axelβs lips as if he could wipe away the pain. His gaze darkened, something possessive, something fiercely protective igniting in his chest. βIf I must rip apart the very heavens to find a cure, I will.β But for now, all he could do was hold him. So he did, cradling Axel against him, pressing a reverent kiss to his temple. βIf you are to bear this, then I will bear it with you. And I swear to you, my love, I will not let this sickness steal even a fraction of your joy.β















