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Chapter 9: Sarah
Almost the first thing that Francesca asks me, when I tell her and Holly about my plans for David, is, “Why are you asking us about a polo match? You know someone much better.”
She is absolutely right, and I could have smacked myself in the forehead if it wouldn't have messed up my makeup. I reach for my phone. Getting hold of my godfather is usually a bit hit or miss. He's a very busy man with a lot of responsibilities. Rather than call him, I send a text: Call me when you're free, after 10pm or before 2pm.
The three of us discuss things over our sandwiches anyway, but can't come up with anything except 'ride better than he does,' which rather depends on being able to ride
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