Legend has it that in ancient times, the two most formidable entities on the planet formed a pact, wherein they promised to keep their magical abilities exclusive to themselves. They were so powerful, that they had the capability to bring life into existence. However, as their creations came to fruition, they made a promise to one another that no other beings should possess magic like theirs. Unfortunately, this pact was eventually broken, and as a consequence, all the races were "gifted" powers.365Please respect copyright.PENANAB3EOkSsUwk
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Our story begins with a young boy named Dorian, nestled comfortably in his bed. As he lay there, his grandmother gently enters the room and begins to tuck him in for the night.365Please respect copyright.PENANACaZMwHhiMm
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Dorian looks up at her with a troubled expression365Please respect copyright.PENANAT5fgJWGI2a
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Dorian - Grandma, I can't stop thinking about why Mom and Dad had to leave.365Please respect copyright.PENANAVxruDnpqhQ
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Grandma - A long time ago, our world was ruled by a mad king who had killed both of our gods. He ruled with terror for over 500 years, until a hero from our world challenged him in a tournament for the throne. The hero was victorious and became the second king, ending the reign of terror. Our current king is a descendant of the hero, and it is our duty to protect him and continue the legacy of ruling justly. Do you understand now?365Please respect copyright.PENANAfs0mHHTJtf
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Ten years have passed, and Dorian has grown into a young adult. He had a tanned complexion, with a medium build, lean and fit body. His black short hair framed his face, accentuating his striking green eyes. He was now ready to embark on the dark adventure that lies ahead of him.365Please respect copyright.PENANAkc3fed1Lv8
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Dorian - (No, I don't. His descendants have been ruling over us for 500 years, just like the mad king did.)365Please respect copyright.PENANAPe9vvdUfCi
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Old Man Roc - Hey Dorian, are you heading to Frank's?365Please respect copyright.PENANArLTijJc81f
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Dorian - Oh, what is it, old man?365Please respect copyright.PENANA24GKoMNHK3
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Old Man Roc is the tavern keeper in town. He is a kind and a friendly man, always eager to chat with the locals and catch up on the latest gossip. Despite never having married, Old Man Roc has always had a soft spot for grandma, and he takes every opportunity to inquire about her well-being.365Please respect copyright.PENANA2Nfrm09lap
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Old Man Roc: - Is that wood for Frank?365Please respect copyright.PENANAmZ5sr0qxjy
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Dorian - Yes, it is. I'm helping him fix his fence.365Please respect copyright.PENANA7r2WJuQlQ5
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Old Man Roc - Ah, I see. Frank's a good man, but he's getting on in years. It's good that you're helping him out.365Please respect copyright.PENANAAlStK8rxjb
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Dorian - Of course. I'm more than willing to lend a hand and do my part to help out around here.365Please respect copyright.PENANAuHfYi95Mf2
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Old Man Roc - I remember your parents were so similar to you in many ways. Time flies, doesn't it? It's already been ten years since they passed.365Please respect copyright.PENANAwPH939mNUB
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Dorian - Yes, ten long years. But I try not to think about it too much.365Please respect copyright.PENANAIs8DO6aFnk
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Old Man Roc - I understand. It's not easy, losing your parents at such a young age. But you're a strong boy, Dorian. You'll make your way in the world, just like your parents.365Please respect copyright.PENANAIbPefzYr1P
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Dorian - Thank you, old man. I hope you're right. I'm going to do my best to make them proud.365Please respect copyright.PENANAOAaNf1m61M
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Old Man Roc - Please give Frank my regards, and be sure to say hello to your sweet grandmother as well!365Please respect copyright.PENANA4nwh3SCPyV
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Dorian looks away, clearly uncomfortable with the topic of conversation.365Please respect copyright.PENANAGNA6pdv7YH
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Dorian - Sure, Old Man Roc. I'll be sure to tell her. But I really need to head out if I'm going to make it to Frank's before it gets too late.365Please respect copyright.PENANAPet2Axa1rQ
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Old Man Roc nods understandingly.365Please respect copyright.PENANAmoCUBHh0xw
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Old Man Roc - Of course, of course. I don't want to keep you. But you know, it's always nice to catch up and hear about how your grandma is doing. She's a dear friend of mine, you know.365Please respect copyright.PENANAIlaKJDNB5z
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Dorian smiles politely.365Please respect copyright.PENANAxog18jLT6l
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Old Man Roc nods again and waves as Dorian turns to leave.365Please respect copyright.PENANAY8PEVC9eIe
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Old man Roc - All right, Dorian. Take care!365Please respect copyright.PENANAtNEGCLOpKD
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Dorian arrives at Frank's house, ready to help him repair his fence. As he approaches, he sees Frank standing outside, looking pleased to see him.365Please respect copyright.PENANAwKLOFbWYmM
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Frank - Dorian! Thank you so much for coming to help. I really appreciate it.365Please respect copyright.PENANA6odQcxP3Ew
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Dorian - No problem, Frank. I'm happy to lend a hand. Where do you want the wood?365Please respect copyright.PENANATwhbgzTX85
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Frank - Just leave it there by the fence. I'll start working on it as soon as we're done here.365Please respect copyright.PENANAFNnkCE9pC4
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Dorian - Okay, sure. Is there anything else you need me to do?365Please respect copyright.PENANAqzguVpMYcP
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Frank - Actually, yes. If you don't mind, could you help me gather some Emint Roots? I need them for my wife.365Please respect copyright.PENANAaQqYFJ5idD
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Dorian - Emint Roots? Is your wife feeling unwell?365Please respect copyright.PENANAaxyeeupRKL
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Frank - Yes, she's not feeling very well. I want to make her some Emint Tea to help her feel better. Would you mind helping me gather the roots?365Please respect copyright.PENANARnC85VwjR8
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Dorian - Of course not, Frank. I'll go get them right now.365Please respect copyright.PENANApvtuLp68n4
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Frank - Thank you, Dorian. You're a true treasure, and the future of our village. Just like your parents before you, you're a hero in the making.365Please respect copyright.PENANAqHn9GZnIMv
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Dorian smiles at the compliment, feeling a mix of pride and sadness at the mention of his parents.365Please respect copyright.PENANAgJgYhiU22p
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Dorian - Thank you, Frank. I'll do my best to make them proud.365Please respect copyright.PENANAYdG32QyZPG
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With that, he sets off to gather the Emint Roots, determined to help Frank and his wife in any way he can.365Please respect copyright.PENANAFFc12KopKC
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Dorian sets off to gather the Emint Roots, following Frank's instructions to the area where they grow near the forest to the east.365Please respect copyright.PENANAgWaOfL8jSV
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As he approaches, he sees three people standing nearby - the Grace brothers, the village chief's sons, and a girl he doesn't recognize.365Please respect copyright.PENANARs79mlELLL
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The Grace brothers have a reputation for causing trouble, so Dorian is cautious as he approaches.365Please respect copyright.PENANA3iy3Xm5GuO
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Karmine Grace - Who do you think you are talking to, freak?365Please respect copyright.PENANAZWMaSZc3X7
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Girl - I wasn't talking to you.365Please respect copyright.PENANAtRg4skIqKA
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Karmine Grace - There is no one else here.365Please respect copyright.PENANArc4XKCufHs
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Girl - Please , I'm just gathering some Emint Roots, like everyone else.365Please respect copyright.PENANAYZfc9GXjOx
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Cop Grace - Who gave you permission to speak, you little freak?365Please respect copyright.PENANADkwhQM2LfX
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Dorian - Hello! Sorry to intrude, is everything alright here?365Please respect copyright.PENANAqtlWsEwayg
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Karmine - Dorian? Why are you here? This doesn't concern you.365Please respect copyright.PENANAGB1UV7d3Wm
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Dorian - Come on, Karmine. We've been friends since childhood. Do you remember when we used to play in the forest together?365Please respect copyright.PENANAEOVNWeOrTf
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Karmine - Those days are long gone, Dorian. This girl is one of THEM. She doesn't belong here.365Please respect copyright.PENANAewb0Dx2mUn
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Cop - Yeah, are you going to stand up for a Dämoneneko?365Please respect copyright.PENANAIqN3HORr5p
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The Dämoneneko are a humanoid race with cat-like features. They have sharp teeth, like vampires, and glowing eyes that give them exceptional night vision.365Please respect copyright.PENANAKrKtAWmPPu
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Their skin is a deep red color, and they have a long, flexible tail that they use for balance and agility.365Please respect copyright.PENANACpJLoApBFq
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Their legs are thin and bird-like, allowing them to move quickly and gracefully.365Please respect copyright.PENANAX9L4LLRATE
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They are known and disliked by many, as their demonic appearance often inspires fear and suspicion, also their history dosen't help.365Please respect copyright.PENANAyO5vG5gSaG
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Unlike many others, Dorian dosen't share the same resentment towards the Dämoneneko race. His family was killed by the so-called 'good' race, and he learned not to blindly trust or hate based on appearances alone.365Please respect copyright.PENANA829dl9XLdY
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Dorian - I'm just saying, we don't need to harm this girl. She's likely innocent. Let me handle it, Karmine. I'll make sure she gets out of 'our' land safely.365Please respect copyright.PENANAG5C3EkG61Q
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Cop - But...365Please respect copyright.PENANA6BvbYfJNFy
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Karmine - Leave it, Cop. It's not worth it.365Please respect copyright.PENANAFAzPf9y9gL
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Dorian looks at Karmine with the same determined expression he had when they fought as children. Karmine knows that Dorian is prepared to fight if necessary, and he doesn't like the idea.365Please respect copyright.PENANA8HoDdsxGbV
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Karmine - This isn't over, Dorian. And you know it.365Please respect copyright.PENANAMRQUS2ryrm
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Dorian smiles again.365Please respect copyright.PENANAU3Wit40LlP
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Dorian - Thanks, Karmine!365Please respect copyright.PENANAHseVuOCoPM
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Dorian - Sorry about that, not all of us are like them, they're blinded by fear and hate. What's your name, if you don't mind me asking?365Please respect copyright.PENANAxxLVf6hzyy
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Lunadea - Lunadea. Thank you for stepping in and helping me. It's strange for me that someone who isn't like me would help.365Please respect copyright.PENANAXmrAmFnMQt
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Dorian - I guess I'm different. Here, let me help you. I heard you mention that you need some Emint Roots. Is someone sick in your family?365Please respect copyright.PENANA6XM1jp9geF
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Lunadea - Yes, my mom is sick. I didn't know what to do, but I overheard some travelers saying that these herbs can help with her illness. I was on my way to gather some when those two brothers showed up and started causing trouble. To be honest, I don't even know how to prepare the herbs properly. I was just hoping to figure it out on my own.365Please respect copyright.PENANAHu4rwpEqle
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Dorian - It's actually pretty easy to make. You just have to boil the roots in water and then let the mixture steep for a few minutes. The tea will be ready to drink once it has cooled down to a comfortable temperature. I can show you how to do it, if you like.365Please respect copyright.PENANAwBiRWWjhAg
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Lunadea - Why are you helping me so much? Aren't we weird to you?365Please respect copyright.PENANAJeMkqBLlg3
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Dorian - Oh, not at all. This is my first time meeting someone like you, and I don't think you're weird. I think you're beautiful, actually!365Please respect copyright.PENANAhNoBQSXz5u
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Lunadea - What?! I don't know what to say.365Please respect copyright.PENANAIxPmEUftBt
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Dorian - Haha, don't worry about it. Let's focus on getting you back to your mom so I can make her the tea. Then I have to hurry to my friend's wife. She's sick, too, and I promised I would check in on her365Please respect copyright.PENANAvkYiBt7mhn
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Lunadea - Our village is at the end of the forest to the north from here. It shouldn't take us long to get there if we walk quickly.365Please respect copyright.PENANAj3Grhf9iCY
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Karmine - They're heading north from here, huh? I told you, Dorian. This isn't over. Let's go, Cop. We have business to deal with.365Please respect copyright.PENANAEnH6oz0t8A
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Cop - Can't wait to teach that Dämoneneko a lesson.365Please respect copyright.PENANAu4PoRvvk7R
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Dorian and Lunadea arrive at her house, and Dorian helps her prepare the tea for her mother.365Please respect copyright.PENANArXxKzT8d8K
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Lunadea - I'm back mom!365Please respect copyright.PENANAStvIW11a80
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Selene - Lunadea, who is this? Is this a friend of yours?365Please respect copyright.PENANAotOvFzEWmh
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Lunadea - Yes, mom. This is Dorian. He helped me gather some Emint Roots and prepare the tea for you.365Please respect copyright.PENANARTcYIZr8ms
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Selene - Did he? Well, it's nice to meet you, Dorian. I'm Selene, Lunadea's mother. Can I talk to you for a second, Luna?365Please respect copyright.PENANAJlS57JHA3i
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The girls step away from Dorian for a moment.365Please respect copyright.PENANAaRTFf7oJib
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Lunadea - Yes, mom?365Please respect copyright.PENANAQUl5GnGf37
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Selene - I'm just curious about Dorian. He seems like a nice person, but I'm a bit concerned about him being a human. How did you two meet? And why did he help you?365Please respect copyright.PENANAefzhodBfRK
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Lunadea - I met Dorian when I was out in the forest, gathering herbs for you. Some humans saw me and started threatening me. Dorian stepped in and helped me. After that, he offered to come back with me and prepare the tea for you. He's been very kind and helpful.365Please respect copyright.PENANA0nMYHJhoAt
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Selene: - I see. So you actually made a friend? And he's not just any friend, he's a human.365Please respect copyright.PENANAdoC0Q9uTJU
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Lunadea - Mom! Are you serious?365Please respect copyright.PENANAPnjuGyw78I
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Selene - But I told you not to go out there alone. What if they had done something bad to you?365Please respect copyright.PENANA77S07jKW74
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Lunadea - I know, I know. But I couldn't leave you here like this.365Please respect copyright.PENANArM9QxYLm4t
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Selene - Well if you trust him, then I trust him, too. He does seem really kind. I'm glad he was there to help you. But you have to be careful, Luna. Humans and Dämonenekos races don't get along. It's not safe for you to be around humans.365Please respect copyright.PENANAcy8XxOEvaV
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Lunadea - I know, mom. But Dorian is different. He's not like the other humans.365Please respect copyright.PENANAiQsylUopcO
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Selene - I see.365Please respect copyright.PENANA7ZFBHImK3A
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Selene - Sorry for that, Dorian. Thank you for helping my daughter and me. I'm sorry if we have caused you any trouble or misunderstanding because of our appearance.365Please respect copyright.PENANAAUpzsnpl8O
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Dorian seemed distracted by something.365Please respect copyright.PENANAN2ySO81s9Q
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Dorian: - Oh, sorry. It's no problem at all, Selene. I'm glad I could help. The tea should be ready to drink now. Just let it cool down to a comfortable temperature, and it will help alleviate your symptoms. Let me know if you need anything else.365Please respect copyright.PENANAv1foKeXb4X
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Lunadea - Thank you, Dorian. We really appreciate your help. You didn't have to go out of your way to help us, but you did anyway. That's kind of you.365Please respect copyright.PENANA2RVwB3Qr8T
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Dorian- I have to run now. If it's okay with you, I would like to see you again.365Please respect copyright.PENANAKt5wbo3gvd
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Lunadea - Dorian, I...365Please respect copyright.PENANAPUUggLYC9s
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Selene - She would love to see you again, Dorian. Right, Luna?365Please respect copyright.PENANATpctGWV4sD
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Lunadea - Uh, sure. I would like that.365Please respect copyright.PENANALoDJFMcEEP
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Dorian - Great! I'll come back to visit you both soon. Take care.
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