Bodyguard by Xurxo Borrazas

Translated by John Rutherford ‘Attack the seagulls’ nest,’ a man’s voice repeated on the intercom. ‘Attack the seagulls’ nest.’ ‘The seagulls’ nest?’ he tried to confirm. ‘That’d be the fourth day running, Queen!’ But the communication was cut short at the other end without further explanation. [private]Attacking the seagulls’ nest meant, in their current code, […]

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