Begging is basically just mugging, isn't it?
Only, instead of using a bladed weapon, and your attacker pushing you into a darkened alley and demanding your watch, they use emotional blackmail and a scruffy, cute dog to make you relent and hand over your cash.
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The Gentleman Bastard waxing lyrical. ©, Tue 30 Jun 2009, 2:10,
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