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“IT’S A TRAP,” Joe said “You know that, right?”

“Of course it’s a trap But that’s a good sign It ht And it’s worth the risk for a good look at the inside of that factory”

“He’s not going to show you anything incriht teach you a painful lesson once he has you behind closed doors”

“That’s a risk I’ll have to take,” Kurt said “Besides, it would be rude to turn down his invitation after I pressed hiht”

“Rude, yes But also wise Soht even say prudent”

Kurt laughed “Since when has prudence been our strong suit?”

Joe smiled at that, but Akiko looked on with concern “I can’t believe you two are joking like this He’ll probably try to kill you”

Kurt shook his head “He can hardly invitethe tour At worst, I’d expect thinly veiled threats, some form of intimidation and perhaps undercooked food If he likes to catch flies with honey instead of vinegar, maybe he’ll try to bribe me”

“Accidents can happen,” she insisted

“Which is why you and Joe are staying behind”

“Now you’ve really lost it,” Joe said “I’ you walk into a trap by yourself”

“I need soet in trouble,” Kurt said “There’s a spot on the hillside that overlooks the factory grounds You won’t be able to see inside, but you can watch for trouble and dial nine-one-one if I miss my curfew”

Joe frowned “So I sit around while you have all the fun”

“I should go with you,” Akiko said “My job was to protect Kenzo Now I feel a duty toward you”