Now, he towered over me, his presence commanding and imposing. "Stand up," he ordered, his deep voice firm. I defied him, my voice firm but shaking slightly. "No." Without hesitation, he swooped down and scooped me up in his powerful arms, lifting me off the stool as if I weighed nothing. I let out a startled squeal, drawing the attention of nearby patrons, who turned to gawk at the spectacle.
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