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entering the tournament I won’t even have the money to feed you If I

had an ounce of pride left, I would let you go, but my brother is

dying I can’t allow that to happen You’re the only one who can save

hi I am that I will find a way to take care of

you”

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Sophie Oak

He started to turn to leave Meg felt tears welling in her eyes She

didn’t understand everything he said, but she knew he meant it Even

in chains and terrified for her life, she felt safe with this man

Soe connection with him in those

moments his hands had been on her body “Stop”

Beck turned to her, his stance wary She kneaiting for

her to yell at hiain She couldn’t blame him She had been a little

difficult