“That’s because they trust me. I’ve never betrayed them. Once trust is broken, it can never be replaced. That’s an important life lesson, Carl.” “Are you still on the nipple ring thing?” I asked. “That was days ago.” “If someone says they’re going to count to three, one expects them to actually count to three. Not to just stab willy-nilly into one’s body without warning. I didn’t get to prepare myself, Carl. One must prepare themselves if they’re getting disfigured. You’re lucky the saferoom froze me. I almost bit your hand off.” “I don’t know why you keep bringing this up. You’re being a
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