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[swordofthenorth]

The first snows of the season.

[Isley is standing out back of his home, between his property and the stretch of land that is the newly whitewashed Hunting Grounds.]

Were it up to me, I would never see the snow melt. [Holding out his hand, white flurries settle upon Isley's skin. They soon turn from fat flakes and into beads of cool water that

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[watchonthewall]

Do you believe it, Isley?

I've spoken to my father and brother. We all plan on being there.

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[swordofthenorth]

I don't disbelieve it, Jon Snow.

I hope you three have healthy appetites.

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[watchonthewall]

I hope it's true in this instance. But there's usually some truth to superstition.

I'm sure whatever you serve will be delicious.

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[swordofthenorth]

Yes, I suppose there is.

[An approving nod, and then...]

You are always so polite.

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[watchonthewall]

You've haven't given me a reason not to be.

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[swordofthenorth]

I hope I never do.

Your father has agreed to a spar after dinner. Will you join us?

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[watchonthewall]

Of course. I'm looking forward to it.

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[swordofthenorth]

Your father and I agreed that it was something to look forward to, also.

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[watchonthewall]

I haven't seen my father spar in some time.

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[swordofthenorth]

I hope he is not out of practice.

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[watchonthewall]

I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

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[swordofthenorth]

If you have so much faith in his skills, I am sure I won't be disappointed, either.