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“Let Riko be King,” Kevin said, with the exaggerated enunciation of the thoroughly sloshed. “Most coveted, most protected. He’ll sacrifice every piece he has to protect his throne. Whatever. Me?” Kevin gestured again, meaning to indicate himself but too drunk to get his hand higher than his waist. “I’m going to be the deadliest piece on the board.”

“If I am breathing, I can play.” Kevin said. “This is my game too.”

“Did you know I’ve never been skiing? I’d like to try it one day, though.”