“Do you think the two of us could talk later? In private?” Her eyebrows shoot up. “Is everything okay?” “Not really,” I answer, opting for honesty. “There’s a thing happening with my little brother, and I could use some legal advice.” “Oh,” she says, her shoulders dropping in a way that makes me wonder if she’s disappointed that my reason is so practical. “Like…a criminal thing? Is it urgent? We can always skip going out and just talk now.” The elevator opens into the lobby, revealing Alec, Van, Tucker, and Dumbo already standing near the door. “It’s not urgent. After is good. Or whenever it’s
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