“Just because you’re wearing a Sox jersey does not mean we’re friends.” “I’m hurt!” His eyes sparkled. “My daughter Samirah saw something in you. We could help each other.” “You ordered her to take me to Valhalla?” “Oh, no. That wasn’t my idea. You, Magnus Chase, are of interest to many different parties. Some of them are not as charming or helpful as I.” “How about being charming and helpful to your daughter? She got kicked out of the Valkyries for choosing me.” His smile faded. “That’s the gods for you. They banished me, too, and how many times did I save their hides? Don’t worry about
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