“What?” Wes draws in his breath, determined to keep his voice even. “If you cared, why didn’t you stand up to him? You were right there when Harrington started mouthing off about immigrants and the Yu’adir, and you didn’t say a word. If you cared, shouldn’t that bother you?” Annette flushes. “You saw what happens when you stand up to him.” “Nothing,” he says sharply. “Nothing happens. All he did was spout more hateful nonsense. The only difference is that it’d be directed at you instead.” “And what should I have done? He’s my friend.” He can see she’s upset, but he can’t stop himself from
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