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Tess, I say. I'm going to head down to the water.I'll be back in a minute. You sure you can make it by yourself? she asks. I'll be fine. I smile. If you see me floating unconscious out to sea,though-by all means,come and get me.

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Marie Lu
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: July 11
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Science Fiction Writer
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