Annis had never been a people person, unless โpeople personโ was defined as a person who ate people.
Derek LandyShe turned to Skulduggery and held out her arms. โCome here, you.โ He tilted his head. โMy hugs are for special occasions only.โ โHug me.โ โI prefer the old tradition.โ โHug.โ โWould a handshake do?โ โHug.โ โA pat on the back?โ She stepped forward and wrapped her arms round him. โHug,โ she said. He sighed, and his hands settled on her shoulders. The others were warm and their embraces strong โ with Skulduggery the hug was cold, and there were areas on his jacket that gave way beneath her fingers, and she could feel the emptiness within. She didnโt mind.
Derek LandyWait, do they even know I'm coming with you?" "No. But they like surprises. Almost always.
Derek LandyI swear, talking to you is like talking to a really good-looking and mildly stupid brick wall.
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