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<DIV> From Zhou: Finally a faint smile
snows. "I have learned though not to
boast<BR> so much about foreign places
and doing things abroad to folks.<BR>
Best keep my mouth shut from now. If I live that lesson will
be<BR> in my mind forever."</DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>From Kiet in response "Master Zhao, I suspect my
skills will not serve me well in attacking the Vong, but may be just what is
needed to protect you. I do not know if Unali will want this, as she will
be leading, but I certainly offer to make sure to keep you whole. While my
magic may not be able to keep the Vong at bay, or harm them extensively, I
certainly can use it to make an escape, should one be necessary."</FONT></DIV>
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Farseeker seems to notice Kiet's lack of weapon training
and<BR> gives the small acrobat some
demonstrations of his large great<BR>
sword. "A real weapon not like most pig stickers. But
your<BR> ropes seem good as
well."</DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Kiet says, "Thank you Farseeker, but I think
I am going to need the safety of a shield...and while I am capable of wielding
such a sword, I believe my interst is in something smaller...like a 'sword' or
scimitar...or better yet, a Tulwar!"</FONT></DIV>
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