“I don’t think it’s a good idea if they know how much you like this girl—” “I don’t—” “Now you don’t bullshit me,” he interjects, his breath smoking the cold air. “I saw it when you said her name. I’m betting her dad hates you because you fell in love with her—and you’re attached to scum of the fuckin’ earth.” He motions to himself, then out towards the row houses. “And they can’t know how much you love that girl. You can be concerned about her, but remember we’re here to protect them. Otherwise, they won’t give us what we want.” “I just want her,” I admit. He eyes me for another extended
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