Calculated Rejection

Clearly, he never expected that I would reject him. With a scowl, he asked, “What if I tell you I can defeat Miranda entirely?”

I shrugged indifferently. “Well, Miranda had it coming. I didn't take action as I thought seeing her being tortured was far more interesting.”

As I wasn't going to cave in, his scowl deepened. “Ms. Thorne, since you've made up your mind, why did you agree to meet me?”

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