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At this rate, I am going to grind my teeth down to smooth nubs before the night is over.
“So, then, Zahra,” Brant says from beside me. “How is the course going?”
Zahra flinches. It’s small, but I see it. I nearly punch him for dragging her right back there. Max throws Brant a look of pure venom. Clearly, I’m not the only one who noticed.
With the grace of a goddess, Zahra just says, “Well, thanks.”
“Are you all fully mended now?” Arlo asks.
“Yeah. The doctor has me on these supplements to help Zanthe strengthen my bones. And I’m prescribed steak four times a day… it’ great.” This time, her smile actually does reach her eyes.
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