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[ wasn't particularly aiming at you, you know. his gaze flicks from the light source to the boy's face, and he's briefly struck -- you really are very young-looking. but his smile is quick and comfortable. ]
I'm testing my limits. The ball and chain finally came off this morning, returning me to... something like my previous state. [ attention on the glowball again ] It's useful.
How long will you be able to keep up your light, after you've placed it? [ do you know? because either way, you will be making his point for him. ]