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Cat had to admit, Don gave an excellent play of appearing concerned. Was it any wonder he’d lured so many unwary residents into Authority’s hands?
“We can arrange some down-time, if you require,” the man said, leaning in, a hand hovering over Cat’s knee. “Of course, you know how these things work, and how the effects of such a situation can never be fully predicted. No two events are ever the same, are they? And this time, I’m sure the presence of your two warrior protectors altered your judgement, both before, during and after.”
The words were close to incoherent, and Cat knew this was on purpose, leading Cat to believe Don was tongue-tied in his concern and his grief for Iralla.
“Your empathy is most comforting, but I assure you I have my inner demons under control.” Cat s
