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Chapter 1 - cont'd
It was pointless to attack on unfamiliar ground; but perhaps their current disadvantage could be removed with a few carefully chosen words...
The leader stepped forward, his left hand placed against his back, motioning for his men to remain calm until any further signals were given. Taking a deep breath, he addressed the large figure in front of him ~ "Do you speak Common?" ~ His voice sliced through the silence, resonating in the woods.
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