“Let’s get a couple things straight. Number one: You like me more than that other guy. His name is Nicolau Lyford and he thinks he’s Angarat’s gift to the world.” He paused. “One part of him might be, but you don’t need to know about which one. Point is, I’m basically your Uncle Tam, and you like me so much more than him, got it? Second, men are not worth your time. Just remember that for the future. Third, you’ve got one fucking job, and that is to do your best at growing. I want to see you put in some honest bloody effort, same as me and that other fellow who you don’t like as much. I’m
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