Deception (42 page)

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That’s what usually happens, isn’t it?’ said Macmillan, leaning on his desk.

Steven got up to leave, shaking his head in disbelief but fearing that he might see that Macmillan was right when he’d had time to calm down. This only made it worse. As Steven reached the door, Macmillan said, ‘I got the letter about the knighthood this morning.’

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And?’ asked Steven without turning around.

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I declined.’