Rome shook his head vigorously. “Nope. No needles.” “We can glue it but your scar will be more visible and may not heal as cleanly,” Dr. Patel warned him. “That sounds great, I’m on board.” “No, stitch it up and make it clean,” James interjected, ignoring Rome’s protests. “Yes, Rome. It’s on your goddamn face, this is not the time to cut corners.” Rome turned to Dr. Patel. “I will pay you to knock me out. Because if you come at me with a needle, it will be like trying to cross-stitch a fish, just—” He flopped his hand around gracelessly before suddenly gesturing at me. “I was on a date with
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