My feet faltered, and I bit my lip at the sincerity behind his words. I almost let him affect me, but I reminded myself that Venom is a playboy. A man who will shower you with sweet words and probably love bomb you just to get into your pants.
I did not respond to him and kept walking without looking back, but then I froze when everybody dropped to their knees instantly. I blinked awkwardly while looking around, only to see their heads bowed down.
Venom's footsteps behind me seemed to weigh tons, and I could almost hear his every step. I gasped a little when I felt his hand around my waist. I quickly glared at him before I realized the situation and bit my lip instead.
"You may all rise, my beloved family," Venom told everyone who stood up after saying words of gratitude.
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