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"I gave birth to another child."
He sighed, tilting his head. "You can't leave now," he said flatly. "It's not safe out there."
"Because I'm a hermit."
She took his hand, pulling him forward.
"I'm really not."
He went to the icebox and pulled out the cake, bringing out a few plates.
He maintained his distance, slipping his clothes on and trying to maneuver around the water without getting too close to her. "What exactly did...
"You're not a hermit."
She laughed brightly, kissing his cheek. "Good. Let's go."
She groaned, reaching up at him. "Gabe, c'mon."
"You shouldn't be here," he said harshly, picking up his clothes, never taking his eyes off her warily. "You weren't supposed to come."
"Right, right," he said, standing up.
"You haven't met any, have you?"
Her face brightened. "Really?"
She grinned before releasing him, bringing her arms to her side.
The cut on his neck had healed, leaving a scar that crossed with his others. He stood at the edge of the water, looking completely thrown for a...
He laughed, tucking her hair back.
"How many hermits have you met?"
"Just this once."
"You don't have that power!"
