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“This is your idea of a bribe?" Solomon's brow was still lifted. The Captain laughed roundly. They let her stand there, feeling hopelessly foolish. "Don;t you want me?" she murmured, almost convincingly. "Turn around, girl," Solomon spat out. Now it was she who felt dirty. Roxanne managed to cover herself before the Captain laid his hands on her to drag her out. Wait!" she cried. The worst thing Roxanne had ever had to do was beat the body of a filthy, drunken man off her mother with Claude standing nearby, wringing his hands as he witnessed the scene. This was so much worse. This...this would haunt her forever. But she had no choice. "Wait, please. I do have one more thing." She spoke quickly enough that she could not turn back. "If you spare my brother," she began, "I'll give you the name of a witch." This got Solomon's attention. "Now that is worth something.”

Quote by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright

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Red Riding Hood

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Sarah Blakley-Cartwright
Sarah Blakley-Cartwright

Sarah Blakley-Cartwright, born on March 11, 1988, is an accomplished author known for her works in science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction. Her writing explores complex human nature and societal issues, earning her a dedicated following among readers. more

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