Reverence

As Hao Yu gazed out at the Western Lands, he noticed a stark contrast in how the females were treated. They were revered and pampered, their every need catered to by the males. They didn't have to lift a finger, as the males eagerly anticipated their every desire.

It was as if the females were rare and precious gems, cherished and protected by the males. They were surrounded by a flock of admirers, all vying for their attention and favor.

Hao Yu's eyes widened in amazement at the stark contrast between the females' treatment and his own. He was claimed and possessed, treated like a prized trophy by Akos. But the females were truly revered, their beauty and grace captivating the males.

He couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy, wishing he could be treated with the same reverence and adoration. But he knew that was impossible, for he was bound to Akos, a male who would stop at nothing to keep him by his side,so he quickly dismissed the thought.

Akos' eyes narrowed, his voice low and possessive. "Hao Yu is mine, and I won't let anyone take him from me. He's my mate, and I'll do whatever it takes to keep him."

Kael's smile was sly, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Ah, Akos, you're so possessive. But don't forget, Hao Yu can still choose other males if he wants to. It's not like he's bound to you alone."

Akos' face darkened, his eyes flashing with anger. "What are you talking about, Kael?"

Kael shrugged, his voice nonchalant. "Well, in our tribe, females are rare and precious. They're allowed to have multiple males, and it's encouraged. But for a male to claim a female exclusively? That's unheard of. The tribe would punish you, Akos, by banishing you from the tribe."

Akos' eyes widened in shock, his face pale with rage. "You're lying," he snarled, his voice barely controlled.

Kael chuckled, his eyes glinting with mischief. "Am I? Ask Hao Yu, then. He knows the truth. He can still choose other males, and you can't stop him."

Hao Yu's heart raced, his mind trapped in a web of possessive passion and tribal customs. He knew Kael spoke the truth, but he also knew that Akos would never let him go without a fight.

Hao Yu's eyes darted nervously between Akos and Kael, his mind racing with the danger of his situation. He knew he had to keep his true nature a secret, or risk being killed in this primitive world.

"I...I don't know what you mean," he stammered, trying to feign ignorance. "I've always been indoors, protected and sheltered. I don't know much about your customs or ways."

Kael's eyes narrowed, his gaze piercing. "You're not like the others, Hao Yu. You're different. And Akos here knows it, don't you, Akos?"

Akos' eyes flashed with anger, his face reddening. "Enough, Kael! Hao Yu is mine, and I won't let you confuse him with your lies!"

Hao Yu's heart raced, his secrets threatening to spill out. He knew he had to keep his true nature buried, or risk everything.

"I...I don't know what you're talking about," he lied, trying to sound convincing.

Akos' denial was swift and fierce. "No! Hao Yu is mine, and I'll do whatever it takes to keep him!"

Hao Yu's heart raced.

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