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He didn't want to dwell on it or talk about it, yet he did both all the same. Peregrine suddenly hated his circumstances with such vehemence that his lips peeled back suddenly and he growled roughly. His eyes flicked to Pied and he felt guilty for this spontaneous display of aggression. He noted the way she stepped back from him in response and wanted to apologize, yet his tongue felt thick in his mouth and he couldn't bring himself around to feeling sorry for anyone or anything but himself.

"It was only me," he said hotly. "I wouldn't be surprised if he started in on some of the other guys soon, though. He went on a power trip and a half as soon as he won the crown. I fucking hate his fucking guts!" He complemented this verbal outburst with another growl and rose onto his feet, now pacing with a savage look marring his dark, handsome features.