“Why are you treating me like this?” she asked. He ignored her, continuing his speech. “You live an isolated life,” Carter said. “Your reading tastes are morbid. Both your children are going through difficult phases. I have a high-pressure job that requires me to put in long hours. I didn’t realize how close to the edge you were.” He picked up the saucer, carried it to her end of the table, and set it down with a click. A green-and-white capsule rolled around in the center. “I’ve seen this turn people’s lives around,” Carter said. “I don’t want it,” she said. “It’ll help you regain your
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