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Chapter 5 - Chapter 5: Gathering of the Guard 2

PIDGEOTTO Pidgeotto Pidg *You spoke truth, I will join you* Quentin pulled out an empty pokeball and threw it at Pidgeotto. *Ding* as it hit the floor, he picked the ball up and threw it again (Quentin) Pidg: Let's go! I made an attempt to heal their mother but she brushed me off and began evolving herself *flash* Pidgeot Pidg Pidgeot *I have waited long enough for that* she looked directly into my eyes *Thank you, I can see you have been blessed by parenthood and the divine* *Please ensure my chicks grow stronger* (Abe) you have my word Lady Pidgeot, I wouldn't have any other way. Ok everyone together: AIR CUTTER!

Pidgeot used her own Quick Attack on Fearow, finally getting something resembling pay back, for her mate's killer. *Mother* Pidgey Pidg Pidg *you attacked us for no reason* Pidgey Pidg *you killed my sire* (Estrella) you poor baby, you were attacked, this Fearow killed your Dad. Tearing up because she too knew loss as well. PIDGEYYYY! She flared her own aura already having a dark green aura with a touch of sky blue in it. *I may be small but, I'LL MAKE YOU PAY!* clenching her fist (Estrella) Pidgey: Quick Attack and Steel Wing Go! The Shiny Pidgey that was colored like a Fletchling.

Smashed her way through the cloud of Spearow aiming for their boss. Fearow backhanded her with it's wing sending her flying into a tree. She hit the ground and attempted to rise again. (Estrella) Pidgey No! Not like this, come on girl, I know you can do it. Defend your family, I'm right here with you! Pidgey barely managed to get on her feet, she stretched her wings out. *Flash* PIDGEOTTO! If you weren't paying attention you would confuse her for a Fletchinder. Staring up at the cloud of Spearow and unleashed a flamethrower into them.

(Abe) Aguana: Water Gun! PIDGEOTTO LISTEN TO ME! Estrella, take care of the fires we can't burn the woods down. Aguana listen to your sister! Go! PIDGEOTTO: FLAMETHROWER! P and his sister unleashed their Flamethrowers. (Abe) Flame Charge Go! 2 of them barreling into the flock, burning Spearow they came into contact with. Pidgeot used that time to stay out of the way. Pride radiating off of her in waves watching their living legacy. The chicks she raised have found good people, willing to treat them well. To defend them like family, (Abe) Lady Pidgeot, these are my offspring.

I know about protecting family, I would hate to separate you from your children. I'm sure you have plenty of life left. Don't you want to travel with them? Get to witness their adventures, and have your own while you're at it? Pidgeot Pidg *I will consider this* Fearow tried to use Drill Run as he was starting to run out of steam. While Pidgeot decided to go with a Steel Wing/ Brave Bird combo. Her aura was terrifying at that moment, P was lighting up his own Steel Wing. While Flame Charge was wrapping his body, charging behind his mother. The 2 remaining Pidgeotto released their Flamethrower attacks giving their brother and mother openings.

I took aim and hit both the Pidgeot and Fearow. While they were falling from their last attacks. *Flash*Flash* the balls hit the ground *wiggle/ding* *wiggle, wiggle/ding* both pokemon were caught and I managed to keep another family together. Spearow your leader is defeated, leave this place! I released Black and Wattkey, the flock wanted no parts of an electric types. Shrieking as they fled the battle site. Making our way back to the van we reset the tent and stayed one more night. I sent the pokemon I caught for Sam to heal them. I was holding Pidgeot's pokeball, I'm sorry to remove your choice. I don't like separating families, I hope you understand.

*Wiggle wiggle* Thank you Mama, I appreciate your approval. Professor Oak is a nice man, please be kind to him. A few moments later I got back my children, (Abe) Thanks Sam. We really appreciate your help on our journeys. (Oak) it's quite alright Abe, you are providing Oak Labs with valuable information on existing and newly discovered pokemon. We finally got the entries for the international Pokedex. Aguana 1022, Kiddle 1023, Wattkey 1024. The newest editions of the modern Pokedex have been updated. All trainers with a Pokedex are aware of their existence now. (Oak) Those Eevee are ready to see you again Abe. Will you be taking them back? (Abe) yeah, they need some experience too, I'll still be up for a while.

Will you message me when Mama and P are healed up? Mama is the Pidgeot the 3 shiny Pidgeotto are her chicks. Their sire was a Talonflame, if you're wondering how they have internal flame sacs. Sam's eyes got really big, a crossbreed flock!? Samuel Oak spit his tea all over the screen. You should check out the rare Caterpie we got a hold of too. Sam sent back the Eevee's and ended the call. (Abe) Eevee's: Come out *EEVEE* all 3 chorus *Abe!* The rushed me and climbed all over me. (Abe) I am very happy that you're all healed up. Petting them all, do you like Oak Labs?

Vee Ee Eevee *yes but we like being with you more* the girl answered for them. The boys nodding along in agreement with their sister. As the pokemon were done healing the transfer machine whirred to life. Everyone's pokemon returning to us. Dinner was almost ready and gathering the gang around me I handed back their healed partners. EVERYONE COME ON OUT! The pokemon were all around us, Pidgeot happy to see her chicks. The Eeve boys ran up to her not having seen her before. Little did she know she just gained all sorts of new children to dote on. A role she was made for, being a mother is what she did best.

(Estrella) Cali, Oddish, Pink, Phoenix, my friends. I am happy to be your trainer. (Quentin) Gold, Spearow, Rook, Caterpie, Pidg, thank you for being my team. (Luna) Pinky, Weedle, Caterpie you're my friends and I love you! (Abe) you see that Mama? Aguana, Wattkey, Kiddle, Eevee's, P, Caterpie, and Fearow. FEEEAARROOOWWW! (Abe) I allowed the whole weight of my killing intent to land squarely on Fearow. Shut the FUCK UP SCAR!

Fearow fell backwards on his tail feathers. Beak tip touching the ground, I stood up. Walking towards Fearow (Abe) you listen to me you condescending asshole. I will repeat this as many times as I have to, with as many hard headed pricks as I need to! YOU GOT THAT!? I said this with my fingertip buried right at the center of the x scar on his chest. The feathers would never return the same, that scar is a permanent reminder of his capture. Fearow tried to click his beak at me I snatched it up in mid air keeping it closed with my grip. Fearow's eyes got bigger, he began to struggle, he still considered himself the alpha male here. That's when I let the weight of the force drop on top of Fearow. Still holding his beak his body dropped to the floor.

Pidgeot *Abe, that is becoming hard to withstand* Pidg Pidgeot *I believe we all understand what you mean* I formed a Rasengan in my palm there was a smaller boulder within reach I slammed it there. Fearow's eyes glued to me and what I did to the boulder. I am not fond of doing this in this manner, I am the boss here! GOT IT!? Feaaaaroww *yes Master as you wish* I pulled back my power and turned back to my people and pokemon and bowed. (Abe) I am sorry I had to do that, sometimes a show of power is quite necessary. Isn't that right Scar? Fearow *Yes Master* Scar, stop calling me that. My name is Abe, call me by name or call me Sensei.

Nothing else will do, you understand? Fearow *Yes Sensei* (Abe) Good, I want you to become strong Scar! You are now a part of Team Guardian, you do Arceus' work now. FEAROW!? *Lord Arceus!?* (Abe) That's better, I am glad you comprehend the task ahead of us. A rustling in the brush got all of our attention. Apparently dinner attracted a pack of Rattata. (Abe) You can stop sneaking around Rattata, we know you are there. About 16 Rattata came out of the brush showing themselves to us. A few orange, some yellow, a dark green, a light green, 2 sky blue, one lilac aura!? That's a new one, I thought out loud.

The one with the amethyst colored aura with an indigo center, was a shiny their natural purple was on the paw tips like socks. Also as a patch on one eye and ear. The rest of her was bone white, it was actually quite beautiful. As she stepped into the flame light I saw that she was actually gray, like a blue nose pitbull from earth. (Abe) Were you planning on stealing from us? We would be willing to share with you. I said to the obvious leader, her ruby colored eyes shifting around the group. There was a black Rattata with a rose pink aura, with a touch of lilac that was interacting with Quentin. An all white Rattata with a bright leaf green aura with Luann. A natural colored Rattata with black eyes, her aura was dark green with a powder blue center.

A Rattata with a reverse color scheme walked up to DJ, it had a bright powder blue aura. Such a strong pack, I thought to myself.

As pitch black Rattata with ruby colored eyes walked up to Estrella. Her Fushia pink aura with a amethyst colored center. Was another unique mix I had never seen before. A red Rattata which looked kinda bloody in the fire light. Was interacting with Luna, his aura was Crimson with sky blue center. These pokemon walking up to my children are quite unique. Rat Rattata Rat Rat Rattata *Why do you look at my pack like this* I giggled (Abe) I can see your auras, it's very interesting. Don't you find it funny that I understand you?

She nodded at me, Rattata Rat *You are not a normal human* (Abe) correct, We can share with your pack. But look around it seems like your pack likes my pack. Would you like to travel with us? Grow stronger with our teams? She looked at her pack mates, she could see these humans and their leader are indeed unique. This human is the source of that odd and extremely powerful aura. The last remaining "strongest" Rattata was one with a strong lime green aura. She turned to him and handed her control over to him. RAT RATTATA RAAATTATA RAT RA RATTATA *I CAN SEE THAT YOU HAVE CHOSEN HUMAN COMPANY* *I know we are leaving our pack weakened but this is the correct choice* *We will grow strong with them, I know it* The 6 Rattata that were staying climbed onto the shoulder of their chosen humans. (Abe) I am going to refer to you as Ruby, is that ok? Rat Rattata *yes, I like it*

Ok Ruby, direct your pack to gather some berries so I can make us some more food.

RATTATA RAT *You heard the man*

That night after dinner and during my watch. *Flash* Eevee *are you on watch Abe?* (Abe) I am *Flash* Rattata *I like being up at night* (Abe) hello Ruby Eevee ee *Abe, I want a name too* (Abe) well, what do you think? You like to be up at night too? How about Noir? Its another name for black. The night is dark, black, isn't it? Eevee thought about what I said and she lit up her eyes glowing. She's been joining me at night since I called her back from Oak Labs. I hope she becomes my Umbreon, I thought to myself.

Ruby was enjoying her new packmates this human is strong and this Eevee seems to be so as well.

Content with her choices she began to glow, *flash* RATTICATE *I didn't expect that* her gray patch moved to her left eye. The right side of her belly as well as the base of her tail. Her ruby eyes as bright as ever, her aura now a solid amethyst with a sky blue outter layer. (Abe) How do you feel Ruby? Cate Ratticate *I feel great, better than ever* Vee Eevee ee *That's awesome, congratulations* Eevee and Ratticate were playing as I sensed danger. Eevee hid behind my legs Ratticate jumped onto my shoulder Cate *orders* I pulled Dex out of my pocket (Abe) jump down real quick I need to scan you. Screech, Flamewheel, Stockpile and Swallow are your egg moves!? Ruby, who sired you!? You can use all of these, right Ruby?

Ratticate *Yes Abe* Cate Ratticate Rat Ratticate *it was necessary to learn iron tail so we figured it out* Ratt Ratticate Rat Ratti cate *the ones that stayed here are the only ones capable of learning it* The Ekans came out of the brush aiming for Ratticate. Noir, Ruby: Quick Attack, don't stop till he's knocked out. Vee *Swift* in the middle of her back to back Quick Attacks. Cate *Flamewheel* to protect herself Ratticate became a tiny comet that burned the snake. (Abe) Noir: Return, she backed off Vee Eevee *No fair* I noticed that the Ekans had a solid blue aura (Abe) finish it Ruby: Iron Tail Ratticate! She caved the ground in where she hit Ekans on the skull. (Abe) another teammate! Thank you Ruby, Noir, you girls work well together. I will train you together more often.

Thank you for being as sharp as I am with your senses. Ratticate *anytime* the rest of the night went by quietly. I sat and healed my newly caught Ekans, the ball wiggling in my hands as I ran the healing energy through it. (Abe) You're young still, you will learn. If you act up, I will put you in your place! Every trainer gets that one pokemon that simply won't work with them. My answer to that is what I did to Fearow. I am a wild card here, I will do things my way. I had a ball carrier vest that had 8 slots I sent Pidgeot and one of the Eevee boys to Oak Labs. I wasn't too worried as I had the mobile transport unit in the van. So my team is always ready for me.

-Time Skip-

We finally got to the business center so I can open up this mobile kitchen. All the paperwork work was in order. Sam came through for me yet again as part of his sponsorship. Dad's Kitchen was ready for business, we stopped at a market and picked up the supplies necessary. P was necessary to start fires for me I had nifty portable pit for roasting meats. Estrella was entranced watching me do my thing, so I just began teaching. I set up just down the street from the Gym, on purpose. Got a few customers they all loved the food I came with. They asked if I would be leaving, and if I'd be returning eventually.

(Brock) I've been trying to ignore your business for a few days now. A young man with short spiky brown hair said. Your menu sounds delicious, your food smells amazing. Wattkey! (Brock) Oh my! who are you little guy? (Abe) Brock Slate Pewter City Gym Leader, Welcome to Dad's Kitchen. I'm Abe, the owner and this little guys trainer. He is the first of his kind! This is a Wattkey (Brock) Hmmm by the name he is an electric type pokemon. However his movement and physical make up suggests a fighting type. Furthermore, his protrusions are clear indication of a rock type. Could it be possible that he is all 3 types? (Abe) Excellent deduction skills Dr. I see you all are young adults. (Brock) Excuse me? Do I know you Mr. Abe? (Abe) No, No, my apologies. *Sigh* I come from a different dimension and I was entrusted with their lives by Arceus. I have kids and I need to make a living, I shrugged.

(Brock) Your last name isn't Uman, is it? (Abe) it is, Let me guess, DJ signed up for a battle this afternoon? (Brock) Yes, along with 3 girls with that name. (Abe) Ohhhh! Well, in that case let me treat you to lunch today. You're going to need the energy! (Brock) They signed up for a single battle each. (Abe) I figured as much, the only one with a team big enough to safely handle your real challenge is me. It's ok, let them all have their moments. We fed a group of travelers a while back, and now I have a Jolteon out of one of the boys. The other boy liked to be out with us during the day. Would be nice to have an Epseon too, psychic types are useful.

(Brock) I can tell you as a breeder and a pokemon doctor. If your Wattkey ever produces any eggs, I would be interested in raising something with that nature. (Abe) noted, I will make sure you're one of the first to know. One of your friends works for Oak Labs anyway. I believe his name is Ash Ketchum. Wouldn't he be the World's Strongest Trainer currently? Or is he still taking part of the Pokemon World Coronation Series. (Brock) you're awfully well informed Mr. Abe. (Abe) Please Brock just Abe will do you make me feel like an old man when you call me mister. (Brock) Tell me Abe, how do you know so much about my friends and I?

(Abe) I am sure you will come to know at some point. I'd rather you know now so it's not so much of a shock later. In my world, your life is an animated show, card, and video game. Ash and Pikachu are the franchise faces. You, Misty, May, and Dawn are lesser faces of the anime. I know it sounds fantastic and hardly believable, however it was my life before arriving here. Kiddle and Aguana came out of their pokeballs at that point. These 2 are my other children, Kiddle the first born a Rock and Fire Type. He only evolves once in his lifetime, into Flammabilly. This little lady is Aguana a Water, Grass and Dragon Type. She does not and will not ever fly. She is a ground bound dragon with all the power to back up her claim to such.

(Brock) incredible! Brand new species I have never heard of. You say Oak Labs has the exclusive contract? (Abe) they do, I chose it that way. (Brock) Ash is on a break since winning the P.W.C. I believe he would be very interested in your children. (Abe) Is it true that his Pikachu is the world's strongest? I would be willing to exchange a child for a child. THAT Pikachu I would definitely want a child from, I shrugged. (Brock) I know when the time comes, I will be handling the health of the eggs, so I am all for it. (Abe) Awesome! I hope it comes to pass. So what can I make for you today Brock? (Brock) I'll try your Chicken Fried Steak breakfast, that sounds delicious. (Abe) Which version would you like? The stack or the full meal? (Brock) I want to savor all of it, so I'll take the full meal.

Excellent choice, give me a few minutes and I'll have that ready for you. I opened the door Brock was looking at my pokemon as I was making his food. He was checking out Aguana noting where her vines came from and the density of her leaf crest. (Brock) she is so well put together, Lord Arceus really went all out. You said you created them? You must have really put a ton of thought into what they would be like. (Abe) I have been nothing but surprised with how they perform in real life. They will be stronger than I could've ever imagined, I am already proud of them. (Brock) I agree Abe, you can tell they have been raised well already. Her scales are brilliant and solid. Kiddle's coat is soft yet tough and his horns look strong already. This little fella here is still the one that has my attention the most.

(Abe) Wattkey is quite special, he was made as direct answer to 4 pokemon. Special ability Motor Drive. Capable of Darkest Lariat, Throat Chop. The only other species in existence to use Volt Tackle, and species exclusives Lightning Kick and Iron Punch. (Brock) you're telling me that this little guy can successfully pull from all the move pools!? (Abe) oh yes, not only can he, he does it better than most. I don't know what your schedule for tomorrow is but I'd like to be your last battle of the day. Give you a chance to heal your best up. How many pokemon do you want to use for the battle?

(Brock) I would like to do a 4 vs 4 battle. (Abe) I would rather you not tell me who you will use. Just make sure you're ready for us. I was bagging up his food as I said this. I walked out of the trailer with his food and handed it to him. (Brock) this smells amazing Abe! Are those your chairs and table for customers to eat? That cooler right there has drinks for your meal, you can grab it yourself.

Brock sat down and opened up the food, he took a bite. His eyes became giant stars, he shed a tear and kept eating. (Brock) OH! THIS IS SOOO GOOD he was saying with a mouth full of hash browns and CFS. He took a drink (Brock) your gravy is sooo good! How do you keep the lumps out of it?

He kept raving about his food until he finished. (Abe) I will take that as a compliment, since you are known for your own culinary skills. Brock blushed at the praise, (Brock) thank you Abe, it's strange that you are aware of that much of my life. (Abe) I am sorry if that makes you feel odd Brock. I am very glad to meet you! I have always like the person you are. Kind to pokemon and always willing to help those that need it. You're a good man Brock Slate. I shook his hand, (Abe) You should get back to work though, my kids aren't going to go easy on you. We both laughed at that, (Brock) Thank you for the delicious meal Abe, I look forward to our battle.

Brock went back to his Gym, his next scheduled battle was with Luann. Inside the Pewter City Gym, Brock with a full belly was waiting for his next battle. The kids walked into the Gym, I drew up the closed sign. I wasn't going to miss this, for anything. As I made my way in, I caught up to the kids in the stands. (Children/DJ) Hey Dad! Hey Uncle! (Estrella) you came to watch her debut too huh? (Abe) I wouldn't miss this for the world love. I spoke telepathically "For the record, of I had things then the way they are now. I wouldn't have had to go looking for money" she rested a hand on my shoulder. (Estrella) don't, she shook her head, it's ok. It isn't what I thought it was, it still hurts but it's ok.

You're here, now, we've been through more life and death than most people are in their whole lives. You have us! You aren't broken anymore, or at least the healing is well under way. I see who you are, the way the children love you the way I did, the way I always will.

I love you Daddy she hugged me, we watched as Brock began to speak. (Brock) Welcome to the Pewter City Gym I understand you signed up for a single bout.

(Luann) Yes sir, I only have one pokemon that is strong enough for a battle like this. (Brock) very well your opponent for today will be FORRETRESS: LET'S GO! *flash* Forretress (Brock) what pokemon are you choosing?

(Luann) I'm probably going to lose but, I have to try anyway. Pinky: Let's Go! Her Bulbasaur materialized from the flash. (Brock) Are you sure you wish to continue? (Luann) she's on the field, we're committed now. BULBA! *You Bet!* Luann was banking on one thing, her Pinky's egg moves. Some divine intervention stacked her Bulbasaur greatly. (Luann) Lets show them Pinky: Sleep Powder (Brock) Forretress: Rapid Spin (Luann) Load it! As Forretress slowed down (Luann) Now! Use Seed Bomb! (Brock) Forretress: Gyro Ball Let's Go! Now, Zap Cannon! (Luann) Pinky: Defend yourself with Magical Leaf! (Brock) Oh? That's different, what are you going to do against this, Forretress: Explosion! (Luann) Shit! Pinky: Seed Bomb then Magical Leaf. The 3 moves colliding made for a one gnarly explosion. With a cloud between them all we heard was (Brock) Forretress: Gyro Ball, Let's Go! (Luann) wait until he gets closer, closer, POWER WHIP! Forretress and Brock were unprepared for a Bulbasaur capable of using that move.

The Gyro Ball met one of her whips, the other whip knocking Forretress sideways into the Gym wall. Forrest was the official for the match, in shock he said: Forretress is unable to battle. Luann Uman and her Bulbasaur are the winners. *A quiet applause* (Brock) Your father wasn't lying, you are something else. He said petting the Bulbasaur while smiling at her trainer. When you are prepared, I would love to have an official match with you. You battle well, your calm under pressure and it appears that your father is raising you well. Luann blushed at the praise from Brock. (Luann) Thank you sir, that was an awesome battle! I'd definitely love to do that again!

(Brock) Until next time then, he shook her hand. The field was fixed by a group of Dugtrio and Brock's Geodude. Forrest and Brock switched places while Luna came down to do battle. (Forrest) Welcome to the Pewter City Gym. I am Forrest Slate Assistant Gym Leader, your opponent for the day will be. Mudbrae: I choose you! What pokemon will be battling with? (Luna) Ok, here we go! Gold: Let's Battle! CHAAARMANDER! (Forrest) A shiny Charmander huh? Alright, were committed now Mudbrae, Braaaeee! (Brock) This is a one on one bout, Mudbrae vs Charmander. The battle will continue until one side surrenders or is unable to continue.

(Brock) BATTLE BEGIN! He said chopping down in the middle of the battle field. (Forrest) Mudbrae: Use Mud Shot! (Luna) Flamethrower: Let's Go! A bright blue flame shot out of the little golden Charmander. (Forrest) Mudbrae: Dodge it! All the training with my pokemon had this trick up their sleeve. (Luna) Gold: Iron Tail, Let's Go! (Forrest) You think so? Mudbrae: Close Combat, Let's Go! Luna grinned like a predator (Luna) keep the Iron Tail going and use Dragon Claw meet that Close Combat head on! Chaaaaarrr! Braaaeee! They met in the middle, Mudbrae didn't make one inch past where Charmander stood his ground.

(Luna) Dragon Claw: again! (Forrest) Mudbrae: Double Kick, Go! The Mudbrae ducked under Charmander's first swipe. Catching both hooves in the chest, Charmander went flying backwards rolling across the battlefield. Sliding to a stop at her feet she began to tear up watching her first partner hurt. (Luna) No! She whispered loudly, Not like this, she shook her head in denial. Chaarr, Charmander's soft hurt voice only drove the point home further. The tears hit the floor Charmander couldn't see her crying. The sound of the tears hitting the ground and, the sensation he felt emanating from her currently, was all he needed to know. She was sad and it was his fault, he was losing and it caused this.

CHARMANDER! His tail flame exploded painting the battlefield blue. Is this, Blaze!? Noooo, oh crap! Luna pulled her Pokedex from her pocket, she needed to know what this was. The monotone voice of the Pokedex chimed in: Dragon Rage when a dragon is frustrated with a fight or is low on power. Their Dragons Type moves become stronger and cause a lot more damage than normal. (Luna) Gold: Dragon Tail, Lets Go!

(Forrest) Mudbrae: Super Power, Let's Go! The impact cloud from where Gold cratered the floor with Mudbrae. Blocking everyone's vision, we were all forced to wait till it cleared. Down on all fours and breathing heavily, Char mander. (Brock) Mudbrae is unable to battle, the winners are Luna Uman and her Charmander.

Switching places one more time, we waited as the cleaning crew reset the battlefield. As they were finishing Estrella got up, I'm up. She walked down to the battlefield (Brock) Welcome to The Pewter City Gym. Estrella Uman, your father speaks highly of his children. So far, I have been pleasantly surprised. (Estrella) I only have 2 pokemon that are capable of battling in this venue. (Brock) that's why you requested a double battle, correct? (Estrella) That's right, I trust my girls to get the job done. (Brock) Very well, your opponents for this battle are Steelix/ Croagunk Let's Go! She gritted her teeth, Fuck! We are already on the battlefield, no backing down now. She was trying to hype herself up, sigh!

(Estrella) FINE CALI/ PHOENIX: I CHOOSE YOU! The Pikachu and Pidgeotto are both shiny. Brock thought, they might have tricks up their sleeves. You choose a flying type and an electric type as your team!? Are you sure about your choices miss?

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