25. Cade

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Cade We hid outside the main security gates at the capitol building. It was sad how the government abused its power and left the city in chaos. This is how it’s been for many years, yet I long for the days when the government cared about its people. It was chilly tonight and the wind whirled through the trees causing leaves to scatter on top of us. There were four times as many guards out tonight than usual. We would always be outnumbered but this looked like a suicide mission. One wrong move and it was over. “Are you sure we can trust your friend? There are enough guards out here to go to war with three countries,” said Fred. “Yes. I trust him with my life. Do you have a better idea?” “We didn’t come to fight. If we don’t get caught there’s no problem. If you are caught, we’re dead,”

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