“Yeah, Carter isn’t going to be happy, but it is what it is. We both know that my work might overlap his. As long as I don’t break the law, it’s not his concern.” “Ha!” Gertie said. “If you didn’t break the law, Carter would hold a mirror in front of your mouth to see if you were still breathing.” “I attempt to follow the rules,” I said. “Sinful just makes it hard.” Gertie nodded. “That reasoning has been the primary defense in a lot of court proceedings.” “How’s it working out for people?” I asked. “Better than you might think,” Gertie said. “But I don’t know that you’re going to be able to
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