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I’m furious with him I shouldn’t crave him

"I’ve spoken to Galen," he announced to one and all "He and I are leaving For the safety of everyone I love," he added as protests rang out

"Not this again," Lucien said

"You need us," Sabin said, "and we need you, too"

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What! His arth A pleasure asho over

"I once said I’d take you anywhere But you picked me Now you’ll face the consequences of your decision"

She stiffened "So I’ain?"