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Author: Marie Mer
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First, I decided to find Captain Derrick. While walking, I asked for directions a couple of times. All the time I had the feeling that I was being watched. Someone looked in the back, albeit without a threat, but with a clear feeling that they were on their heels. To my great relief, I met the captain at the exit of a solid two-story house. There was no gate, only a small stone path leading up to the house. The house itself was white with many flowers around, you could see the flowers on the windows in the house. The captain was surprised to see me.

- I hope you are fine? was the first thing he asked. I just nodded.

And the man carefully examined me, as if looking for confirmation.

- They gave me the money here, I wanted to exchange it and return it to you.

Don't make it up, it's the least I could do. The Emperor must be angry as it is.

I reassured him that you won't have any problems.

- Let's go to the house. Are you aware that the guards are watching you?

Yes, I feel them all the wa
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