Page 105 of Risks of Temptation
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It's the worst feeling I've ever had. My heart rips over and over, bleeding, as I tear myself away from her.
"I'll be back," Bernadette says, walks out the door with me, and the click of the lock rings in my ears.
I spin. "What are you doing?"
"There will be no mistakes. Go with Gustave. Do what he needs you to do. Two weeks will go quicker than you think."
"I don't—"
"You promised her. This is necessary. Now go." Bernadette straightens her shoulders and crosses her arms, challenging me.
Gustave comes up behind me. "Come with me, Malin. The clock is ticking."
