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Ralston stiffened at the reference to the stupid wager that caused so much pain and unhappiness. He ignored Oxford's proffered hand, and instead met the baron's concerned gaze, and said, Keep the money. I have her. She's all I want.

Sarah MacLean

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Sarah MacLean
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: December 17
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