Charles ordered me to stay put in the room, and I agreed, not daring to defy him in his face.Lusting after him was my mistake, and I was ready to turn over a new leaf.Rumor had it that snakes were potent. A human like me wasn't built for that kind of adventure. More than that, his thoughts were intense. My backside was at risk.He got dragged off for interviews, and Tiffany snuck back. "Indoors this time. Last one, I promise."I clicked my tongue. "No way. If Charles catches us, I'm done for.""He is stuck with those reporters for at least an hour. We'll make it quick," she said.Mu gut twisted, but she was desperate. "Please, this is my last task. Once it's done, I'm free from this stupid system. You just need to say you like me. That's it, and the task is complete."I bit my lip, steeling myself for the good cause. I just prayed Charles wouldn't barge in, or I'd be explaining myself for days."Hurry up already," I muttered.Tiffany launched into her act. "You said you only
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