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[ Neil had to take two seconds to make sure Lacus was aware of what his plans were -- more as to a warning for what his mood would be like before the party -- and then he jogged out.
Fortunately, the beach wasn't too far from his house in the same sector, and he arrived there swiftly, and not even winded. He slowed to a halt nearby, being sure to give Alle plenty of time and space to take in the fact he was up-and-about before he stopped close by. ]
Alle. [ His eye traveled down to the restraint on his leg, and he scowled. ] Tch. I guess that confirms it.