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– I suppose even this one little fact would be enough to remove you from the race, Mr. Twigson.

– Craig,” I pronounced my name in a human way. It’s a little clumsy, but it’s better than being wooden. But come on, Shad’Far, even the cute kitty has to stop pulling her mustache, or she’ll really give me a “romantic date” with the guys in uniform. – Honestly, I didn’t want to bother you over nothing, and I only came here to make sure we understood each other personally.

– Moonshine and honesty are something new. – Marguerite misses no opportunity to sneer.

I’d be very surprised if she missed this blatant provocation on my part.

– Let’s be very frank with each other-it’s in our mutual interest. The sooner we reach an understanding, the sooner everyone involved will get theirs.

– We’re not going anywhere from here,” she says clearly, almost verbatim.

– Margarita, you are cutting right through all my talents as a negotiator,” I reply peacefully. I wonder how she would snap back and practice her witticism if I stopped playing along and giving a reason. – But I’ll still try to change your mind.