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    The Erasmus estate was a stark contrast to the Rozzlyn mansion. Where the Rozzlyn home was cold and lifeless, the Erasmus residence was warm and inviting. The walls were adorned with rich tapestries and paintings, the floors covered in plush rugs that muffled their footsteps. The air was thick with the scent of incense and aged wood, a comforting aroma that made Ivan feel oddly at ease.


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