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00:00My dad only had $43.
00:03But he still dared to crash a Rolls Royce.
00:07We'll pay anything.
00:09My descendants will inherit this jet.
00:12Meet the first heir.
00:17Jack Donovan, I'm seriously warning you.
00:20We only have $43 left.
00:23My dad and I were driving.
00:28I say we sell Bessie.
00:30Bessie is a cow my dad raised.
00:32He agreed to sell her for meat, but he got attached.
00:34Or we won't even afford canned food.
00:37When dad heard, sell Bessie, he whipped his head around.
00:41Don't you dare!
00:43Dad!
00:44I'd sell you before I sell Bessie!
00:47Cars!
00:49When I saw on the front car's hood, that little silver flying man, my heart sank.
00:54This thing, I'd only seen in movies, a Rolls Royce.
00:57My dad saw the logo too, slumped in his seat, hopeless.
01:01Maeve, do you think maybe he put on a fake logo to show off?
01:08Right then, the young guy got out.
01:10Tall build, deep features, gray blue eyes glancing over.
01:14He leaned on the car door, his watch blinding my eyes.
01:17Pure old money style.
01:18Last bit of hope shattered, I swallowed hard.
01:21Oh no, this car is real.
01:23This guy is crazy rich.
01:24Shaking, I pulled out my phone, opened Google.
01:27How much to rear-end a Rolls Royce?
01:31$70,000.
01:33My head buzzed for a moment, but then someone said insurance covers it.
01:36Phew, we can use insurance!
01:39My dad's face turned bright red, hesitated for a bit.
01:42Maeve, I...
01:43I gotta tell you something.
01:45The insurance money you gave me last week,
01:48I lent it to Mrs. Thompson next door.
01:51I looked at my dad in disbelief.
01:52Our car, it's not insured anymore.
01:55I kept telling myself, just to stop myself from killing him.
01:58The Rolls Royce driver walked over.
02:00My dad and I looked at each other,
02:02got out of the car as if facing death.
02:05We'll pay anything, but can we do installments?
02:08We really can't pay all at once.
02:10My dad bowed and scraped.
02:11How would you like to make the payment installments?
02:13My dad put on a flattering smile.
02:16My descendants will inherit this debt.
02:18Meet the first heir.
02:20I stumbled into the guy's arms, almost kissed his face.
02:23The guy froze, quickly stepped back, ears red.
02:26The driver rolled his eyes.
02:28Faking a crash just to meet rich people, huh?
02:31That trick is so old.
02:33Lucas walked over, looked down at me, his eyes playful.
02:36Alright, tell me, how do you plan to pay this back?
02:39I can fight!
02:40I panicked.
02:41The word slipped out.
02:43Fight?
02:43Yeah, my daughter's super strong.
02:45She can be your bodyguard.
02:47The driver immediately laughed, looking me up and down.
02:50I'm barely over 5 feet 2 inches, skinny arms and legs, having a cute appearance, really
02:56don't look tough.
02:58The young guy, I later learned his name is Lucas, smirked at me.
03:03Bodyguard?
03:04She looks like a breeze could blow her away.
03:07Since I was little, because of my height, I've been picked on a lot, and I hate it when
03:11people look at me with that disrespect.
03:12So I stepped forward and grabbed his hand.
03:15He froze.
03:16Probably thought I was hitting on him.
03:18A bit expected.
03:18But the next second, his face changed.
03:20His hand was broken by my grip.
03:22A female secretary came over with a contract and handed it to me.
03:25A polite smile on her face.
03:27Repairs, $150,000.
03:30Medical bills, $5,000.
03:33Lost income, $500 million.
03:36Please sign if everything's correct.
03:38My eyes went wide, looking at all those zeros on the contract.
03:44$500 million?
03:45Did I hear you correctly?
03:47That's right.
03:48Mr. Wallington's daily income is about $50 million.
03:52But Mr. Wellington is kind.
03:54He gave you a 90 fresh percent discount.
03:57So your debt is only $5 billion.
03:59This math would make Wall Street blush.
04:02Jack slumped on the sofa, hands covering his face.
04:05Baby girl, this is all my fault.
04:08We went from common people to servants.
04:14Dad, what if we run away to Europe?
04:17Lucas, holding up his cast, gave a sneering laugh.
04:19Run?
04:21Can you even afford plane tickets?
04:22I slammed the table and stood up angrily.
04:25Don't look down on others!
04:26Everyone looked at me.
04:28They thought I was going to lose my temper with Lucas.
04:31Then I grabbed the contract.
04:33You don't have to pay me, but you have to cover food and housing.
04:37And signed my name.
04:38Just like that, me and my dad became part of the Wellington family security team.
04:43When I got to Lucas' house, I realized how rich he was was beyond my imagination.
04:49My family's entire farm?
04:52Probably just enough for half their backyard.
05:00The housekeeper closed the door politely behind her, jumped onto the bed.
05:08Dad!
05:09Even their chandeliers are crystal!
05:12My dad touched the antique decorations on the table, eyes getting wet.
05:17Baby girl, we fell into a palace!
05:21By dinner time, all our sadness about working to pay off debt was completely gone.
05:26The bodyguard's food was buffet style.
05:29Steak, fried chicken, salmon.
05:32At least 20 dishes a meal.
05:34Looking at such an amazing buffet, me and my dad were so happy we almost fainted.
05:39The housekeeper was suddenly standing behind me.
05:43Mr. Wellington wants to see you.
05:45Now.
05:46I swallowed the meat in my mouth, confused.
05:50Now?
05:55The housekeeper led me to a door and stopped, nodding for me to go in.
06:00I pushed it open.
06:02Lucas was standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling window.
06:05His back was to me.
06:07Looked like he just showered.
06:09Water dropped still on his chest.
06:11A towel wrapped around his lower half.
06:13He turned around.
06:15Looked me up and down.
06:17Starting today, you're my personal bodyguard.
06:20Must be available at any time upon request.
06:23Personal bodyguard?
06:25A million possibilities flashed through my mind.
06:27I swallowed hard.
06:29How close do I have to be?
06:30He raised an eyebrow.
06:32The corner of his mouth curling into a small smile as he stepped closer.
06:38What do you think?
06:40He suddenly got close.
06:42His good hand pressing against the wall behind me.
06:44I pressed myself against the wall.
06:46My heart racing.
06:47He looked down at me.
06:49Voice low.
06:49Show me.
06:51I grabbed my collar.
06:52Show you what?
06:55He pulled back.
06:57His expression suddenly turning serious.
07:00Can you actually fight?
07:01I froze.
07:02Huh?
07:05What else did you think I meant?
07:07As the heir of a wealthy family, every time I go out, countless people want to kill me.
07:13I need someone who can actually fight.
07:15Prove it.
07:17Show me you deserve to be my personal bodyguard.
07:19Will personal bodyguard pay more?
07:21He nodded.
07:23Of course.
07:23I looked around the room, my eyes landing on an old desk next to him.
07:29Wooden.
07:30Didn't look expensive.
07:31I chopped down with my hand.
07:33The corner of the desk hitting the floor.
07:36Lucas lowered his head.
07:37Hand on his forehead.
07:39Dad was wrong.
07:40I'm not a once in a century talent.
07:42I'm once in a millennium.
07:44Lucas looked up.
07:45Fire in his eyes.
07:48That was an 18th century antique.
07:50I paid $800,000 for it at auction.
07:53My proud smile froze on my face.
07:56He said through gritted teeth.
07:57Your debt just went up by $800,000.
08:00The car drove into the mountains.
08:03I hurled up in the corner of my seat.
08:05Ever since I broke that antique desk last week,
08:08just looking at him made me feel guilty.
08:11Lucas leaned back in his seat,
08:13glancing at me from the corner of his eyes.
08:15I had a rock climbing match with someone.
08:18Because of you,
08:20my hands hurt.
08:21So you're competing for me.
08:25Rock climbing?
08:26Whoever loses has to buy the winner a brand new Ferrari.
08:30He looked at me playfully.
08:31If you lose, that's on you.
08:35I raised my hand nervously.
08:39What if I win?
08:41What?
08:41He raised an eyebrow but didn't answer.
08:43The car stopped in front of a cliff.
08:46I got out and looked.
08:48Almost laughed.
08:49This?
08:50I could have done this blindfolded when I was 10.
08:52A blonde young guy walked out from the crowd,
08:54grinning like sunshine.
08:56Behind him were flashy looking guys and girls.
08:58Obviously, also rich.
08:59The blonde guy, Trip, touched Lucas' cast.
09:02Whoa, Lucas!
09:03Your hand really is broken?
09:05So you're giving up?
09:06I'll take that Ferrari, no problem!
09:11Who said I'm giving up?
09:12Lucas pushed me forward.
09:13She's competing for me.
09:15Everyone froze for a second,
09:16then burst out laughing.
09:17Trip walked over and checked me out.
09:19Lucas, you serious?
09:20These little sticks for arms?
09:22Ever even climbed before?
09:23I glared at him, annoyed.
09:25I've climbed mountains!
09:31Sweetheart, don't cry when you get it up there.
09:34I clenched my fist and looked at him.
09:36We'll see who cries later.
09:37I bet she can't even get 10 meters up.
09:39I bet she won't even try.
09:42I ignored them, walked up to the rock face.
09:46Ferrari, huh?
09:47Soon you guys won't be laughing.
09:51The starting gun went off.
09:53Trip climbed while still looking back to joke.
09:55If you're scared, just beg me.
09:59He turned around, and I was gone.
10:01Trip froze, looking around.
10:04Derek, where's Meg?
10:06Derek looked confused, too.
10:08No idea.
10:09She was right next to me.
10:10Derek pointed above like he'd seen a ghost.
10:12Holy shit!
10:13Trip, look up!
10:15Trip rolled his eyes.
10:17He looked up, then completely froze.
10:19When did that giant bird get here?
10:21Derek's voice was shaking.
10:22That's not a bird!
10:24That's May Eve!
10:29The moment the starting gun went off,
10:33I took two steps back and jumped.
10:35In a blink, I landed lightly on top of the cliff.
10:38Four or five young people were up there,
10:41staring at me like I was a ghost.
10:47Supergirl.
10:48Lucas!
10:49I won!
10:50You can't take more of my money!
10:54I stood at the edge, leaning over to shout down.
10:58When I returned to the foot of the mountain,
11:00Trip walked over to me.
11:01How did you get up there?
11:03I shrugged.
11:04I just went up.
11:06Is that a superpower?
11:08Like in the Marvel movies?
11:10Or like Kung Fu movies?
11:11How old were you when you started training?
11:13A crowd surrounded me, firing questions.
11:16I looked at Lucas, confused.
11:18He stood apart from the crowd,
11:20the corner of his mouth twitching up.
11:22Then he pulled out his phone and held it out.
11:25Got it.
11:26He wanted his bodyguard to show off.
11:29Really impressed them.
11:30I picked up the phone and chopped down.
11:34Half the phone hit the ground.
11:37Lucas' mouth twitched.
11:39That was custom made.
11:41Worth 80,000.
11:42I stared at the half phone in my hand.
11:45Frozen.
11:46You handed it to me?
11:47Wasn't it so I could show them?
11:49I meant you passed my test.
11:52You can save my number now.
11:53I went out for one trip,
11:55earned no money,
11:57and somehow owed Lucas another 80,000.
12:00Is there a 90% discount on this, too?
12:09Mayev, a master like you?
12:13Trip eagerly handed me a skewer of meat,
12:15sitting down next to me.
12:16Why are you Lucas' bodyguard?
12:19How much does he pay?
12:20I'll double it to steal you.
12:22My head snapped up, hope shining in my eyes.
12:24Really?
12:25I owe him a lot.
12:27Would you pay it off for me?
12:28Easy.
12:29One word.
12:30He patted his chest.
12:31Just take me as your student,
12:33teach me climbing.
12:34500 million.
12:35Lucas had somehow sat down next to me,
12:37answered this question for me.
12:39Trip gasped,
12:40looking at me with even more respect.
12:42No wonder you're a master.
12:44That pride matches your talent.
12:45I bit into the meat,
12:47knowing his offer to pay my debt was dead.
12:49Really?
12:50You can only rely on yourself.
12:51A week later,
12:52I fit right in with the security team.
12:54Me and my dad were lying back in garden chairs.
12:57Mayve.
12:57Bodyguard Frank lowered his voice in my ear.
13:00I heard Mr. Wellington's been paying too much attention to you.
13:03It's got Victoria's attention.
13:04I sat up.
13:05Who's Victoria?
13:06Herodice to the Jewelry Group.
13:07Rumor is their families want to merge.
13:11Really?
13:11My eyes lit up.
13:13Think she'll do like in the movies?
13:14Throw me a check and tell me to leave Lucas?
13:16Could happen.
13:17But Victoria,
13:19she's got a temper.
13:20Be careful.
13:21My work phone suddenly rang.
13:23I fumbled to answer.
13:25Maeve,
13:26get ready.
13:27Going out with Mr. Wellington.
13:28Yes, sir.
13:29All the way there,
13:29I fantasized about how to negotiate a bigger check.
13:33In the car,
13:33Lucas was leaning back with his eyes closed.
13:36I held it in for a while,
13:37then couldn't help asking.
13:38Are we meeting someone?
13:40A friend.
13:41He opened his eyes.
13:42Not Victoria?
13:43Lucas frowned.
13:44Who?
13:44You know,
13:46your arranged marriage.
13:47He laughed.
13:49Who told you that?
13:50You care who I meet?
13:51I quickly shook my head.
13:52No,
13:52just curious.
13:53He hesitated a few seconds,
13:54then suddenly looked at me seriously.
13:57Maeve,
13:58starting today,
13:59I'm paying you and your dad $100,000 each.
14:02Monthly.
14:03I froze.
14:05$100,000?
14:06He was giving me a raise,
14:07not meeting Victoria.
14:08He paused,
14:09looked away.
14:10Don't get the wrong idea.
14:11Just do your job.
14:13Don't think about quitting
14:14or dumb ways to make money.
14:15What about my freedom?
14:16My check?
14:16But thinking about $100,000,
14:18I couldn't stop grinning.
14:20Lucas glanced at me with disgust,
14:22but the corner of his mouth curled up.
14:24The car stopped in front of a private club.
14:27Inside,
14:27there was a fighting ring.
14:29What are we doing here?
14:30I looked at Lucas in confusion.
14:32Fight.
14:32The moment we walked in,
14:34noise hit us.
14:36Dozens of people crowded around the octagon cage.
14:39When they saw us,
14:40all eyes locked on.
14:42Tripp spotted me like I was a lifesaver.
14:44She's here.
14:45Our master.
14:46Across from us stood a tall blonde guy,
14:49muscles everywhere,
14:50Marcus Stone,
14:51another rich guy,
14:52and a famous fighting champion.
14:54I thought they were bringing some tough bodyguard.
14:56A girl?
14:58I'm supposed to fight a girl?
15:00Tripp and them had been bragging yesterday,
15:02saying Lucas' new bodyguard is extremely strong.
15:05Marcus had to see for himself.
15:07Instead of Lucas' bodyguard won,
15:09they could do business together.
15:11Marcus raised his arm,
15:12showing biceps bigger than my head.
15:14Sweetheart,
15:16this place isn't for you.
15:18Go find a yoga studio.
15:19Do Pilates.
15:20Don't disrespect her!
15:22She can really fight!
15:24Ever fought pro?
15:25Ever seen blood?
15:26When you cry,
15:27don't say I wasn't gentlemanly.
15:29I was furious.
15:30Rolled up my sleeves,
15:31ready to charge.
15:32A hand grabbed me.
15:33Lucas pulled me aside,
15:34face serious.
15:35Strong.
15:36Dozens of pro fights.
15:38You sure about this?
15:39May have.
15:40I'm scared you'll get hurt.
15:41His eyes showing worry I'd never seen before.
15:44How many moves?
15:45He froze.
15:46What?
15:47It's just a friendly match, right?
15:49Can't let him lose too badly?
15:50How many moves to take him down?
15:52Lucas was shocked by my confidence.
15:56Maybe...
15:5610?
15:57I pushed past him and walked onto the mat barefoot.
16:04Marcus jumped up too,
16:06towering over me.
16:07Normally I don't hold back in fights.
16:10But they've hyped you up so much,
16:12I'll make this a real match.
16:14I regretted it.
16:1510 moves was too generous.
16:16He pointed at my face.
16:19I copied his tone.
16:21Normally I wouldn't embarrass you this badly.
16:25But you're just asking for it.
16:27You court death!
16:29He roared and swung my face.
16:31I dodged.
16:31Punch missed.
16:32I moved.
16:33One punch to his stomach.
16:34Marcus's eyes went wide.
16:36He spat out stomach acid,
16:37then fell straight back.
16:38Dead silence.
16:39I nudged him.
16:40Made sure he was just out cold.
16:42Then shrugged at the crowd.
16:44He lost.
16:45Maeve won!
16:48The crowd exploded.
16:50I was instantly scorned.
16:54Amazing!
16:55How did you do it?
16:57Maeve, you're the baddest person I've ever seen!
16:59I walked toward Lucas.
17:01He stood at the edge of the crowd.
17:03The corner of his mouth lifting.
17:06A little crowd, like he was the one who won.
17:10How did I perform just...
17:12I crossed my arms, smug.
17:13I won for you.
17:14Don't I get a reward?
17:15Lucas raised an eyebrow.
17:17Of course.
17:18He smiled and ruffled my hair.
17:20We have a gold mine in Alaska.
17:23Want to see it?
17:23We'll take the yacht.
17:25And we'll take an off-road vehicle to see wildlife.
17:29You'll like it.
17:30Gold mine?
17:30Yacht?
17:31Off-road?
17:32Really?
17:33I'm in!
17:34Lucas finally couldn't help it and laughed quietly.
17:37When he heard I was going to Alaska with Lucas on a yacht,
17:40my dad was so jealous his eyes turned green.
17:46Baby girl, I heard Alaska's dangerous.
17:49He leaned in.
17:51Can I come too?
17:53Dad'll protect you.
17:56If I remember right, you couldn't beat me when I was ten.
18:00My dad immediately clutched his chest, face full of pain.
18:03Sigh.
18:04Your mom died so early.
18:06I raised you all by myself.
18:10Dad.
18:11He got more into it.
18:13I never had any big dreams.
18:15Just want to see the world while I'm young.
18:18Bodyguard Chief Frank's face appeared in the doorway.
18:20Jack?
18:21Frank leaned in mysteriously.
18:24Mr. Wellington's taking the yacht to Alaska in a couple days.
18:27Security team's sending a group.
18:29You interested?
18:30My dad sat up straight.
18:32My Maeve's going.
18:34I'm not comfortable unless I'm there.
18:36I shook my head helplessly.
18:38Next morning, Lucas excitedly took me out.
18:41Said he had a surprise.
18:43Then I ended up in this store.
18:44Seven or eight beautiful, blonde, blue-eyed girls stood around.
18:48All tall.
18:49Like they stepped out of a magazine.
18:51I was confused.
18:53You're speed dating?
18:55Lucas leaned nearby.
18:56Picking clothes.
18:57Looking at me helplessly.
18:58They're fitting models.
19:04See something you like?
19:05They'll try it on for you.
19:07Evil capitalist.
19:09Probably want someone else to breathe for him too.
19:12I mechanically watched dresses and jewelry.
19:15One set after another on those models.
19:18Everything except the pink one.
19:20Wrap it up.
19:20I grabbed Lucas' hand.
19:21Wait!
19:21I'm supposed to protect you.
19:23How do I fight in this?
19:24He leaned in.
19:26Voice low in my ear.
19:27That's the point.
19:29To fool people.
19:30I froze.
19:32I was fooled.
19:33What girl doesn't dream of being a princess?
19:36Looking at those dresses, I felt like I was dreaming.
19:39Is it all for me?
19:39Lucas raised an eyebrow, giving a sly smile.
19:42Borrowed.
19:43You break it, you buy it.
19:44I gasped, pointing at a black mermaid dress.
19:47How much is that?
19:48The sales assistant smiled and crouched down.
19:50Dear guest, this dress is $28,000.
19:54I looked desperately at Lucas.
19:58Do I have to borrow it?
20:00No.
20:01He shook his head.
20:02My date can't embarrass me.
20:03That night, my room was piled with boxes of all sizes.
20:07The housekeeper handed me a two meter long list.
20:10Ring, $30,000.
20:12Bracelet, $25,000.
20:15What?
20:16This necklace is $350,000?
20:18I trembled as I scrolled to the bottom.
20:20A number that made me see stars.
20:22Is this a phone number or a price?
20:24Whatever.
20:25Owing $500,000,000 versus $502,000,000.
20:29What's the difference?
20:31Can't pay it back in this lifetime anyway.
20:33Next day, looking in the blue ocean and massive white yacht, I wanted to scream.
20:40My dad and the other guards hurried onto the boat.
20:42But me, as Lucas' date, went to the VIP deck.
20:47Just as I settled in, a sharply dressed assistant appeared at my door.
20:51Mrs. Wellington wants to see you.
20:53Come with me, please.
20:55An elegant woman sat on the sofa, next to her, a delicate young girl.
20:58This is Mrs. Wellington.
21:00And this is Victoria Langton, Langley jewellery heiress.
21:04Victoria glanced at me, mouth curling down.
21:11You're Maeve.
21:13I hate these lower class girls.
21:15Like leeches.
21:16Once they lash on, you can't shake them off.
21:19Lucas has always had good taste.
21:21Don't worry.
21:22Mrs. Wellington looked at me with slight disgust.
21:24All right, you've seen her.
21:26She's no threat to your engagement.
21:28Walking down the hall, I thought,
21:30Rich people are annoying.
21:32Lucas is okay, though.
21:37A girl about my age grabbed me.
21:40You're Maeve?
21:41I've been looking everywhere.
21:42So many people looking for me today?
21:45I looked at her, confused.
21:47She dragged me to a makeup room.
21:51I'm Mr. Wellington's stylist.
21:54Jenna circled me, brushes in hand.
21:57I was in the chair for two whole hours, helpless.
22:05I opened my eyes, and froze.
22:09Who was that in the mirror?
22:12I saw myself in an elegant black dress, reddish brown hair up.
22:18Maeve, you're so beautiful.
22:24The stylist gasped behind me.
22:28Lucas was already waiting at the door.
22:30In a black tuxedo, dark brown hair perfectly styled, like a prince from a fairy tale.
22:35When he saw me, his eyes lit up.
22:37He realized he was staring, then coughed to cover his awkwardness.
22:41That dress doesn't suit you.
22:43Go change.
22:44I grabbed his arm and linked it with mine.
22:47I pulled him forward.
22:48I've never looked this good in my life.
22:50I'm not changing.
22:51Everywhere we went, eyes followed.
22:52Some surprised, some curious.
22:54But Lucas' glare sent them all scurrying away.
23:02Trip kept walking past me.
23:04I slapped him away.
23:06What's your problem?
23:07You're making me dizzy.
23:08He stopped, eyes wide.
23:13It is you.
23:15Almost didn't recognize you.
23:17You look like a princess.
23:19You're too much.
23:21I waved my hand, grinning ear to ear.
23:23Trip and Lucas went to greet people, so I slipped over to the buffet.
23:26The table was full of foods I didn't recognize.
23:29I pulled out my phone.
23:31Took a photo of a small black jar.
23:34Caviar.
23:35Price?
23:35$500 per ounce.
23:37I scooped a big spoonful and shoved it in.
23:41Salty and fishy.
23:42Gross.
23:44I spit it out.
23:46Grabbed water.
23:47Chugged.
23:50Victoria appeared behind me out of nowhere.
23:52She and three or four glittering girls surrounded me.
23:56A girl in white stared at me, covering her mouth.
24:00Eating caviar with a spoon?
24:05Trash with no class.
24:08Victoria raised her voice, drawing attention from nearby guests.
24:11She's Lucas' bodyguard.
24:13A bodyguard at a formal dinner?
24:15How shameless.
24:17I rolled my eyes and kept staring at the food.
24:19Wow.
24:20That steak looks good.
24:28I pushed past white-dressed girl and grabbed the steak.
24:31Victoria's face darkened.
24:33Hey, poor thing!
24:35I'm talking to you!
24:36I sighed, reluctantly finished chewing my steak, turned and stepped forward.
24:41I mourn my body again.
24:48Yes.
24:49I'm poor.
24:51Victoria blinked.
24:57I said, looking down,
24:59My mom was an Ohio State trooper. She died in the line of duty when I was little. To keep
25:06me safe.
25:08My dad hid us away on a farm. I grew up on a farm.
25:12I pointed at the buffet.
25:13This is the first time I've eaten food this good.
25:15I paused, looking at them.
25:18So, um, can I keep eating?
25:22Silence.
25:25White-dressed girl's face went bright red, stammering.
25:29I'm-I'm sorry.
25:30The others looked at Victoria differently now. With judgment, a guest muttered,
25:37Victoria. She's a fallen hero's daughter.
25:41Finally, she stomped off.
25:47I smirked. Honesty really is the best weapon.
25:51With Victoria gone, I kept enjoying the food.
25:55Trip suddenly leaned in mysteriously.
26:01Maeve, can you use throwing weapons?
26:04My mouth full of meat, I mumbled.
26:05Yeah, knives. Darts. Why?
26:10He turned and snapped his fingers.
26:12Bring it.
26:13A guy behind him stepped up with a box.
26:16Inside, a row of delicate knives lay on velvet.
26:20Trip gestured excitedly.
26:22These are pure steel, sharp enough to cut through iron.
26:26You'd look so cool using them.
26:28I carefully touched the knives.
26:33My voice shook.
26:35For me?
26:36Of course.
26:37Had them custom-made just for you.
26:40Trip! Thank you!
26:44I jumped up to hug him, but suddenly someone grabbed me around the waist.
26:48My legs dangled as I turned to glare at Lucas.
26:53Put me down!
26:55Lucas's face was dark. He set me down, gritting his teeth.
26:58Maeve! I bought you over a million in clothes and jewelry, and you were never this happy!
27:05Those were borrowed! I'd have to pay if I broke them!
27:08Lucas was speechless, just glaring at me.
27:10Suddenly, gunshots exploded.
27:12People screamed.
27:13Two rows of men in pirate costumes filed in through the main doors.
27:17The lead pirate's eyes swept across everyone.
27:19Nobody move.
27:21This is a robbery.
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