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    It''s not much, but it might be worth checking out...


    You might be reading a stolen copy. Visit Royal Road for the authentic version.


    What could he want? Would Elder Shi know? Maybe I could get an audience with him somehow, and at least hear what he has to say... I wanted something closer and more definite but it sounds like this might be my only option...


    I''ll get you better, you old snake... just hang in there...


    I hope I don''t get ripped off too much...


    And how would you talk to me if you didn''t think I had a family of gods watching out for me? Do I even have enough money to pay for anything? I''d better think of something to say if I don''t...