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>A wave of lightheaded relief washed over her, followed instantly by a wave of furious responsibility.
>"Oh my god. Okay. Thank you, Billie. You just, ah, you just committed the most successful, yet least subtle, capture in family history. I appreciate your commitment to extreme violence."
>Billie grinned, the pan feeling very satisfyingly heavy in her hand. "'Tweren't nothin'. You just holler when you need a soft tap."
>Grace took a deep, shuddering breath, her professional demeanor snapping back into place, even if her setting was insane.
>"Right. The element of surprise is gone, but the subject is secured. Nellie, get the rope. We tie him up. Billie, move that pan, but stay close. We need to ascertain his motives and his contact network immediately."
>Nellie, who had just finished confirming the goblin smelled faintly of old sweat and desperation, snatched the rope with enthusiasm, ready to secure their little gray trophy.
TO BE CONTINUED...