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[The NV sits open in his lap as he holds his gnome at his side, lightly petting its head. Shushing the creature as it continued to moan softly of its pain. It was still weakened from the battle which they had lost. His head gave a slight tilt, as he stared at what appeared only to be a book to him.]
Empty pages? [Pause, then instant surprise.] No. I see it tells a tale as I speak! Such marvelous …
[Holds the NV close before setting it back down, remembering himself.]
I thought I had fallen into the Land of the Gods, but I know now where I am. So, tell me, which one of you will read me my sins for all eternity? Or shall it begin with the flaying of my perfect skin?
Empty pages? [Pause, then instant surprise.] No. I see it tells a tale as I speak! Such marvelous …
[Holds the NV close before setting it back down, remembering himself.]
I thought I had fallen into the Land of the Gods, but I know now where I am. So, tell me, which one of you will read me my sins for all eternity? Or shall it begin with the flaying of my perfect skin?