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Submitted to Contest #241
My hands twirled the pouch of coins in an experienced manner. I could feel the slick of the lock pick pressed up against my wrist, secured tight with a thief’s bracelet. I could always feel it, always aware of where it was and how to use it and when best to make my move. Strolling leisurely through the town’s narrow streets, I tucked the pouch away. I had a big score soon. There were things I needed to know. The pick slid down my wrist as I slipped in front of a door, shadowed by the cover of a falling structure nearby. I palmed it, unnotice...
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