“Waiting for nightfall so I could retrieve you.” “Really? Like a rescue operation?” Touched, she smiled at him. “Is it possible the stodgy, emotionless assassin has perhaps grown to care about me?” “You are needed to implement the final phase of the plan.” Her smiled deepened. “Don’t worry. You don’t have to say it.” “What?” “You like me.” “Since it’s your plan we’re following, it is logical to make a priority of your safety until Forge is thwarted.” “Easy, Sicarius. If you’re not careful with all these affirmations of affection, I might assume you want to be friends.” He gave her a sidelong
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