Such a clever, manipulative trap. I’m primed and ready to spill all of my secrets.” For a moment the Merchant just stared at her. Then Nuan Cee raised his paw-hands and dramatically rolled his eyes. “You can’t win them all.” The lees around them giggled. “You’re as ruthless as ever,” Maud said. “You flatter me, Matilda,” Nuan Cee said.
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