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Before the Screaming Begins
“I’m sure the Healers will take good care of you.” She went around to the other side of the bed so she wouldn’t come between them and stooped down to hug her trembling friend. She wished she could do something to take her fear away, but the only person in the room who could do that was Hannah, and she was likely too busy concentrating on preparing herself at the moment.
Cadence didn’t say anything to Shane, but she did smile at him and then moved on to Dax. “I bet you’re just here so you can keep up with Tara,” she teased.
“You know it,” he replied, forcing a grin.
She wasn’t as familiar with the Guardian since he was new to the team, but he seemed like a good guy. “It’ll be fine.” She clasped his hand, and he squeezed hers. “And don’t be ashamed to cry in front of your new girlfriend.”
His eyes widened, and she laughed like she was kidding, even though s
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