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“Sandra.” “Thomas, I….” “You called.” He sounded concerned. “Yes, I….” “Why are you calling? Are you harmed?” “No….” “Are you rescheduling our Saturday lunch?” “No….” “Is this an emergency?” “Stop asking questions and just listen.” “Why are you calling?” I sighed, rolled my eyes. This was why I never called Thomas. “I need your help.” “Do you need money?” “Thomas, I swear, if you ask me another question, I will secretly switch your caffeinated with decaf during Saturday lunch at least three times over the next six months.” I could tell he was thinking about my threat, weighing it against the compulsion of his curiosity. Belatedly he said, “Proceed”

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