Chapter 21

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They come upon a small clearing in the trees. It's less of an actual clearing, more just a small patch with few enough trees that the sun can shine on them. Jacob sets out the blanket, handing the basket off to Annalise as he spreads it for them both to sit on. When they both are settled, they dig into the basket, Jacob pulling out the drinks and glasses, Annalise finding the small plates and setting the food out between them. All of this is done in silence. She only notices that they haven't spoken a word to each other since before the kitchen when she finally hears Jacob speak. "So, how far is this 'bare minimum' you have gotten to in your studies, that Brenton says is sufficient, but you disagree with?" Annalise laughs quietly. "I know names and places, but he has told me he can bar

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