Leonardo's hands tremble slightly as she touches him, and he can barely think straight with the pleasure coursing through his veins. He pushes her back against the wall, bracing himself on one arm above her as he leans down to capture her mouth in a searing kiss.

She whimpers into his mouth as he thrusts his hips roughly against her hand, seeking release from the aching need building inside him.

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She blushes deeply at his words, feeling a warmth spread through her chest that has nothing to do with the fire. "Really?" she asks softly, hopefulness tinged with uncertainty. "You think so?" She can't help but wonder if he means what she thinks he means... or if he's just being kind in an effort to comfort her after everything they've been through tonight.

The silence stretches between them, heavy with unspoken words and hidden meaning.

"Me? You mean...you?"

"Maybe not," Sara replies, "but it's worth a try." She glances at Steve, then back at the tribesman. "We have food and supplies to share...if you let us live, we can be valuable allies." Her voice carries authority, but she can't help trembling slightly beneath her uniform.

The tribesman huddles with a few of his companions for a moment before stepping forward alone. He holds out one hand, palm upward, and says something incomprehensible.

"I don't understand," Sara whispers, her grip tightening on her weapon. "Maybe they want us to come with them?" She glances at Steve, then back at the tribesman. "Should I shoot him if he tries anything funny?" she asks in a low voice.

Suddenly, James looked up from where he'd been kneeling on the ground and met Sara's gaze. There was a strange mixture of emotion in his expression that she couldn't quite place. It almost seemed like he was sorry for something.

"We should go," he said quietly, voice raspy from exertion. "Find somewhere safe to hide." Before she could respond, he turned and began walking deeper into the jungle.

James paused in his tracks, turning to look at Sara over his shoulder. "I was praying for forgiveness," he replied simply. "For everything I've done."

Sara felt a strange chill run down her spine at his words. "What do you mean?" she asked cautiously, following him into the dense foliage. "You haven't done anything wrong."

But James only shook his head, his expression unreadable in the dim light. "I've killed men before," he said softly. "

Finally, she musters up the courage to speak her mind. "James... I'm sorry for cuffing you. I know you're not the person they think you are. And I do trust you, deep down..." Her voice trails off as she struggles with her own doubts and fears.

What happens next is up to you...

Torn between her duty and her instincts, Sara watches as James gets out from the crevice with his cuffed hands on his back. She bites her lip nervously, unsure of what to do or say next. Part of her wants to believe in him, but another part is afraid that he'll take advantage of her trust if she gives it to him fully.

As James begins searching for water nearby, Sara hesitates before speaking up again. "James... I know this is hard for you.

Reaching out tentatively, she gently ran her fingers along the length of the gash, wincing at the fresh blood welling up from the wound. "Let me see that," she said softly, pulling her hands away and reaching for the bottom of his shirt instead.

Without hesitation, she lifted the fabric up over his head and tossed it aside, revealing the full extent of the damage beneath. The cut was long and deep, perhaps two or three inches in length, and already oozing with blood.

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She bit her lip, suppressing a gasp at the sight before her. Despite his nonchalant words, there was no denying the pain etched onto his face as her fingers made contact with the wounded skin.

"Gently," he whispered, his voice strained. "It hurts."

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