“You’re not going to lull me into a false sense of security,” I caution. “You told me what your people are capable of.” “Good that you remember. It’d be even more dangerous if you forgot. Your caution might be the only thing that keeps you alive here in Midscape.” He settles on the ground next to the bedroll. I hope it’s full of spiky shells and rocks. I hope the sand chafes and grinds and gets in his ears. “Other than me.” “You’re keeping me alive?” I snort softly in disbelief as I lay down. The moment I’m horizontal, exhaustion hits me all at once. My lids are immediately heavy. “Yes,
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