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“She’s not in the way … if you’re not trying to seduce Lexx.” Damian turned on Claudia, responding aloud to the thought. He had not intended to listen, but it had been too angry of a thought to not notice. It wasn’t difficult to guess the meaning even though he couldn’t literally read her mind. [...]
Damian gave Claudia a stern look, hoping she would behave, pocketed his oranizer, then in a flurry of hair and arms he rushed up to Chel to take her bag off her shoulder and welcome her in. “Hello, Chel! I didn’t expect you to be showing up so soon! But that’s just fine! It gives [...]
“Yes, a formal party in Lexx’s honor.” Damian explained, trying to ignore the wave of negative vibes bouncing off of Claudia. “We’re celebrating the midpoint of his game. I was going to send for you—” “Damian!” Chel said in exasperation. ”You have to be careful!” “You wouldn’t shoot me!” Damian responded with a joking chuckle. [...]
“Well you’re here now!” Damian clamped a hand on Chel’s shoulder and guided her down another hallway. He wanted to get her away from Claudia. “Come with me! I didn’t get to show you your rooms when you were here last! You have a balcony and a beautiful view of the ocean!” Chel allowed herself [...]
