Hayley glanced at Eric.Ignore people like this, and they only push further. If she didn't shut it down now, she probably wouldn't get any sleep tonight.She looked at Eric and smiled. "Come here."The smile caught him off guard.Hayley had always been beautiful, even before everything fell apart.Now, standing next to people worn down by hunger and exhaustion, she looked almost unreal with her flawless skin and bright eyes.Eric had been picking at her partly to get her attention. He had noticed her the moment she arrived at their camp, but never had the nerve to approach. Now they were in the same place, even the same room. Of course, he couldn't help himself.Seeing her actually respond, he walked over, trying to keep a straight face, though there was a hint of excitement underneath."Listen," he said, lowering his voice, "this is our space. You'd better behave. If you do, maybe we'll take you in. If you don't…"Smack!He didn't even finish the sentence. The slap sent hi
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