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"I stare at him, trying to comprehend what he's done. He saved Magiano from falling overboard. He saved me. He is taking this mission seriously, however much he loathes us."Maybe next time, he says to me with that smile, "you won't be so lucky."
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"I shake my head. "I know, I reply. "You are searching for her too.We stand for a moment, staring out at the stars mirrored in the calm seas. I know why Magiano doesn't look at me. I remind him too much of her."I'm sorry, I whisper, after a long pause."Don't be. A small, sad smile touches his lips. "She chose it."
"Well enough, I reply. "Remember, you're drunk. And happy. You're supposed to be lusting over your escort. Try smiling a little more. like I'm lusting? This is me, lusting. His lashes flutter at me. better."
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