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the overseer announced, his voice carrying through the room, "you will be tested in your willingness to serve your Masters in all things. You will demonstrate your obedience and devotion in a manner that will please them greatly."

Ron's stomach churned as he listened to the overseer's words, dread pooling in the pit of his stomach. He knew that whatever task lay ahead would be one that would strip away whatever remained of his dignity.

With a flourish of his hand, the overseer gestured to two slaves standing near the center of the room. {if SL = 1} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Charlie Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Gregory Goyle {elseif SL = 5} Vincent Crabbe {endif}'s heart skipped a beat as he realized who they were—his brother, {if SL = 1} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 5} Bill Weasley {endif}, and himself. The shock of seeing his own flesh and blood in such a situation sent a shiver down Ron's spine, a mixture of horror and disbelief coursing through him.

"You," the overseer said, pointing to {if SL = 1} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Charlie Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Gregory Goyle {elseif SL = 5} Vincent Crabbe {endif}and {if SL = 1} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 5} Bill Weasley {endif}, "will demonstrate your devotion to your Masters by kissing each other."

The room fell silent as the slaves processed the overseer's command, the tension thick and palpable in the air. Ron felt his breath catch in his throat as he turned to face his brother, his heart pounding in his chest. He could see the same mixture of fear and resignation mirrored in Bill's eyes, a silent acknowledgment of the impossible choice they now faced.

With a heavy heart, {if SL = 1} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Charlie Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Gregory Goyle {elseif SL = 5} Vincent Crabbe {endif}and {if SL = 1} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 5} Bill Weasley {endif}stepped forward, closing the distance between himself and his brother. His hands trembled as he reached out to cup face, the rough texture of his brother's skin a sharp contrast to the softness he remembered from their childhood.

Their lips met in a chaste kiss, a brief and fleeting moment of connection amidst the sea of degradation and despair. Ron felt a surge of emotions wash over him—shame, guilt, and a deep sense of betrayal. This was not how he had ever imagined his relationship with his brother, **** to perform such an intimate act in front of their Masters and fellow slaves.

As they pulled away, {if SL = 1} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Charlie Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Gregory Goyle {elseif SL = 5} Vincent Crabbe {endif}could see the tears glistening in {if SL = 1} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 5} Bill Weasley {endif}eyes, a silent testament to the pain and anguish they both felt. But there was no time for comfort or consolation, no room for sentimentality in the Kingdom of Dominus.

The overseer's voice broke the silence, his tone cold and impassive. "Very good," he said, his eyes lingering on Ron and Bill with a hint of satisfaction. "You have demonstrated your willingness to obey without question. Continue to serve your Masters in this manner, and you will be rewarded."

With that, the overseer dismissed them, and {if SL = 1} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Charlie Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Gregory Goyle {elseif SL = 5} Vincent Crabbe {endif}and {if SL = 1} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 2} Ron Weasley {elseif SL = 3} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 4} Bill Weasley {elseif SL = 5} Bill Weasley {endif}retreated to the shadows, their hearts heavy with the weight of what they had done. They knew that their bond had been forever tainted by the cruelty of their Masters, a bitter reminder of the harsh reality of their lives in the Kingdom of Dominus.