Exactly why would they be scared?
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He slapped himself on the head...
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"We can't keep relying on your connections with Asspca!"
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"Someday, sooner or later..."
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"You HAVE to realize..."
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"Not every one of us will walk scot free from failing missions..."
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Raising his hand to backhand her, he faltered, remembering his position...
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"You're testing my anger here..."