“You’re right. I’m sorry. I wasn’t thinking.” “Good. I’m glad to hear you say that, because after watching you for less than a day I’m ready to issue my first official command as your master.” Martin braced himself. “I’m ready.” “Okay. Apprentice, I command you to . . . think! Being a man of action is fine, but you need to think before you act.” “That’s . . .” Phillip held up a hand. “Stop! Did you think about what you’re about to say?” “No.” “Then take a moment. Think about what you were going to say, what you have riding on my continued good will, and how I’m likely to react to the words you
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