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The citadel loomed above them on the clifftop, dominating the landscape. Metal weapons glinted wickedly at intervals along its thick ramparts. This was serious. It wasn't a game or a fairy tale.
"We're going to get into so much trouble," Ruby said, half under her breath.
"Yes." The Doctor cocked his head, watching her; waiting. "And yet we must dare."
Ruby hesitated for a breath, allowing the magnitude of it to sink in. Then she lifted her chin and took his hand, grasping it firmly. "Yeah. Somebody has to."
He smiled, full wattage. "And I have such a beautiful plan..."