The leading rider said something and started toward Hugh, slowly. Dugas turned to her. “If I run down there now and dramatically thrust myself between him and Hugh, it will destroy Hugh’s credibility and make me look like an idiot.” “Yes,” Dugas said. Elara plastered a smile on her face. “Then I will slowly walk. Here is hoping they don’t kill each other.” She crossed her fingers and walked down the steps. The boy got there first.
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