I have to remember what Charlie said, “He’s going to be an asshole. A real dick. Don’t listen to him.” Beckett and I rarely feud, and so I pictured a Charlie spat. Some flowery insults with added flair and then a cold-hearted bomb. But I should have known better. Beckett has always been honest and pointed. But he’s still my little brother, even if he’s just two years younger. I have an obligation to protect him, and no matter how many blades I take, I’ll keep going. I also have to remember—he’s a Cobalt. Beckett is cunning and smart, and he’ll use my emotions and love for him against me. Maybe
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