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he concluded, laying out their next objective to keep his companion's mind secure &̲&̲. free of further doubt. he didn't pay attention ┈─ but for some reason, he saw that she was a little ... restless. due to the grip of her arms.
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the swordsman turned his head to meet her gaze. he seemed far calmer than when he had been lost in his own thoughts.〝 around here ┈─ there should be a tavern where we can sleep for this night. or at least that's what i saw on the map i had. 〞
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as he spoke, he redirected his eyes back to the trail ahead.〝 since they're taverns, they ought to have food &̲&̲. alcohol ... of course, i'll use the money we earned in the previous dungeons. 〞
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