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[But he pulled back a little. Getting angry would help nothing. He knew that. And he wanted to try to understand her, but he was beginning to think he never would.]
I will do what I can. I will let you know the outcome once a decision is reached. [And here, his voice wavered just a little, but he kept himself straight.] Beyond that, I will never speak to you of the truce or the other Innovades again.
[And, perhaps, even, not at all, if she so desired it.