Someone who is determinedly trying to show God how good he or she is is likely to become an insufferable prig.
Oh, Gods."His eyes shone with want and predatory satisfaction. "The name's William. It's a common mistake.
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Oh, Gods."His eyes shone with want and predatory satisfaction. "The name's William. It's a common mistake.
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