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The Game

Move,” Lily insisted.

Okay, if she wants me to move a piece, I’ll move one…how about that guy?

Nah, if I move him, she’ll jump me.

But then it’ll leave that spot open, so I can jump her.

Yeah, but, dude…

No, now listen, shut up…oh wait, if I move that guy, she’ll get my king!

Exactly. See why you should listen to me a little more often.

Okay, whatever, Lily looks angry, I better move one.”

Quickly, I slid a checker from square to square.

An evil smile crept up Lily’s lips.

“What?” I asked anxiously.

With one fluid motion, she took three of my pieces.

Oops.

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