I know you’re under a lot of stress. But you still need to eat. And sleep. And do things with your friends that don’t involve conspiracies or rebels or testing your abilities. Childhood is a precious gift, Sophie. Don’t let anything steal it away.” Sophie nibbled on one of the pastries—which tasted like crepes soaked in butter and sugar. “It’s not really my choice, is it?” “Yes, it is. I wish I could give you a world where everything was perfect and shining and safe. I used to think that’s what we had, but…” He shook his head. “I’ve realized now that our world doesn’t define us. We define our
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