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“I’ve missed you so much, Lucy.”

“I think I see it. We’re in line to get to you.”
“What, are you queuing now? Just how British are you people? Don’t just stand in line! Kill somebody!”

A warm feeling filled me: it was made of tea and biscuits and sudden gratitude. “Thank you.”

“Explanations can wait. I’ll get George; we can clean this, fix you up. You don’t have to worry anymore; you’re safe here.”
“Thank you. I know. That’s why I came.”
“You want tea?”
“Yes, please. In a bit. But I can make it—”
“Not a chance. Just sit tight.”