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            You ready to do this, L?” Sam asks when they get to the store.

            “Yeah, S,” Luke replies. “The getaway car’s ready? Everything’s still good?” Sam nods. “Then let’s go.”

            “I bet Charlotte’s gonna like all this cash you’re bringing in.” Sam says as they approach the doors.

            “She’s got no clue I’m out here doin’ this, man, I’m just gonna tell her I got a bonus at work.” Luke says, and Sam nods.

            They enter the store and wait a few seconds before drawing their pistols. “I want you all on the ground now!” Sam shouts. The civilians scream, and most of them comply, but a few of the shocked ones stand there with their hands up. “I said on the ground, now!” Sam steps closer, pointing his gun at one of them.

            Luke does the same. “You heard the man, get on the ground!” More of the civilians scream, and a few of the standing ones drop to the floor. Luke can tell that the ones still standing are considering making a run for it.

            “Get on the ground, people!” Sam shouts, walking closer. He pushes one guy onto the ground, and puts his gun right against a woman’s head.

            A few of the civilians are inching towards the door. Sam is still shouting for them to get on the ground. “Shit,” Luke mutters, and points his gun at the ceiling. “Get on the ground, now!” He fires a shot into the air.

            Bang. One.

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