A friend had commented once that Neal had a gift for making someone want to punch him just for saying hello.
Tamora PierceNot one word," Kel warned. "Tobe and I have reached an understanding." Neal's lips twitched. "Why do I feel you did most of the understanding.
Tamora PierceI will be known forever as the Puppy who chased a cutpurse and caught fish garbage instead. My descendants will pretend I'm not in their bloodline. No โ no one will want to make descendants with me. [from Beka Cooper's journal of her first day as a new Dog i.e. cop]
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