Chapter 33
Venus POV I stood up and tested my weight on my leg. I felt the skin stretching tight and sat back down. "It'll heal, but I'll be stuck here a while," I said. It wasn't my first choice, but it was worth it. Together Apollo and Peppermint would have put up a real fight. With the Careers in the shape they were this year, we needed that kill. "We can rest here a while," Royal said. "They're not going anywhere." "No, you guys go ahead and keep hunting. I can hold down the fort," I said. "Do you need some company?" Valencia asked. I tried not to sneer. "Hardly." Royal picked up his spear and headed off. Valencia followed after him, and Dane set off in a different direction. I took the opportunity to evaluate my situation. The Careers would break apart eventually, and I had to be ready.
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