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    The Goblin Infestation


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    The Goblin Warband


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    The Attack


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    Stem the Tide


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    “WAAAGH!


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    The Goblin Retreat


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    Aelin’s Precision


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    Borin’s Fury


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    Pip’s Ingenuity


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    The Steam Sentinels’ Last Stand


    “OI YOU LOT! STOP MUCKIN'' ABOUT AN'' GET BACK ''ERE


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    The Aftermath


    “We did it,” Pip murmured, her voice tinged with wonder. “I can’t believe we actually pulled it.”


    “Don’t start celebrating just yet,” Borin grunted, his voice rough but not without warmth. “This isn’t over. They’ll return.”


    “And when they do,” Victor interjected, his core glowing with unwavering resolve, “we’ll be waiting.”