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“Because I completed missions that no one has ever done before. I solved crimes that no one could have solve if not for the Special Unit,” I answered. “That’s why, Master Sergis can’t order me as he pleases anymore. Because I work for the King and he has no say in it.”
The look on Master Sergis’s face changed from rage to agitation. He stared t me with an unpaintable expression, gulping as hesitation cloud his judgment. I heaved a deep breath, fueled by my frustration as I continue to rant at Master Sergis once and for all.
“I won’t be fooled by your words anymore, Master Sergis. If you think you can continue to manipulate me into thinking that you’re taking care of me, then you’re wrong. Admit it, you don’t have an ounce of compassion towards me.
“You only took care of me because of your promise to Ms. Madison and father, and you only cared about me because when I
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