"So, why are we going then?" Matthew asked. Zackary elbowed him hard in the ribs. "Shut up!"

  "Ow, okay! Sorry......" Matthew exclaimed.

  Max groaned. "Will you two knock it off!" Surprised at this retort, Shadow looks at Max.

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  "WHAT?" Max looked back at him and swung his arms out.

  "Calm down, it's not that bad." Shadow replied gently.

  "These guys are getting on my God damned nerves!" Feeling offended, Matthew looked at Max. Shadow placed a hand on Max's shoulder. "I know, but this isn't the way, trust me."

  Max took a deep breath and looked over his shoulder. "I'm sorry guys."